Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne and Bronze Vases, Pair

A large pair of Japanese cloisonne and bronze vases, Meiji…
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A large pair of Japanese cloisonne and bronze vases, Meiji period, circa 1900, the pair of ovoid form vases with long waisted necks, each with twin bamboo handles and decorated with two tiers of large stylised lappets between cloisonne bands of taotie-masks and scrolls, all against a cast bronze diapered ground, bearing maker's mark plaque for 'K.I & Co' to the underside. Height 61 cm

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  • Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
  • Bronze - An alloy of copper and tin, traditionally in the proportions of about 9 parts of copper to 1 part of tin.

    The discovery of bronze in Western Asia in the 4th century enabled people to create metal objects which were superior to those previoulsy possible because of its strength and hardness, and it has been used throughout the world for weapons, coins, tools, statuary and other decorative items.

    It is very fluid in a molten state, and its hardness, strength when set, and non-corrosive properties makes it most suitable for casting sculpture.
  • Oviform /ovoid - The outline loosely resembling the shape of an egg.
  • Tier - One or more under-shelves of a table or cabinet.

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