19th C. Japanese Meiji Brass Vase w/ Birds

East Asia, Japan, Meiji Period, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. A lovely cast-leaded-brass vase with a ring base as well as relief and incised patterns. The body is a slightly piriform shape with a flared rim. The motifs across the body feature a nature inspired scene, popular with Edo and Meiji period pieces. A crooked pine tree sprawls across one side, and a singular stalk of grass or reeds is on the other side. Two birds crouch on the ground, and a closer look reveals that the birds stand at the edge of a pond with incised rippling lines flowing away from them. A dark patina covers the surface and accentuates the recessed and relief areas of this attractive vessel. Size: 4" W x 3.75" H (10.2 cm x 9.5 cm)

Provenance: private Evergreen, Colorado, USA collection; ex-private Denver, Colorado, USA, collection; acquired 1960 to 2000

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#163164
Condition Report: Small nicks to rim. Chip to tree limb and some surface abrasions and scratches. Rich patina on exterior with great details. Faint marking on base.