A LARGE PAIR OF KUTANI DRAGON CARP VASES
A LARGE PAIR OF KUTANI DRAGON CARP VASES
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Each modeled emerging from rough waters, in a dynamic pose bent at the tail forcing the body upwards, its mouth open, the head with tentacles and horns, the body with fins and scales. Painted in iron-red and detailed with gilt.
HEIGHT 40 cm
Condition: With expected traces of use and wear as well as minor firing imperfections, one vase with a chip to the mouth and two chips to the fins, otherwise good condition.
Provenance: German private collection.
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A LARGE PAIR OF KUTANI DRAGON CARP VASES
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Each modeled emerging from rough waters, in a dynamic pose bent at the tail forcing the body upwards, its mouth open, the head with tentacles and horns, the body with fins and scales. Painted in iron-red and detailed with gilt.
HEIGHT 40 cm
Condition: With expected traces of use and wear as well as minor firing imperfections, one vase with a chip to the mouth and two chips to the fins, otherwise good condition.
Provenance: German private collection.
