Vase - Aventurine, Bronze, Enamel, Silver, A cloisonné vase worked in silver wire and polychrome enamels with floral decoration - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

Cloisonné vase with floral decoration on a turquoise background with combinations of bright colors and intricate decorations.

The vase features a turquoise ground which provides a bright and vibrant base for the floral decor. The flowers and leaves are drawn with fine details and outlined by the metallic stripes, creating a dynamic contrast with the background. The shades of color in the flowers and petals add depth and realism to the design, while the shine of the glazes gives brightness and brilliance to the vase.

Below the floral decoration, there is a rich horizontal layered decoration that includes geometric and floral motifs. These patterns are arranged intricately and repeatedly across the surface of the vase, creating an effect of depth and complexity. The horizontal layers overlap harmoniously, forming a pattern that captures attention and adds visual interest to the overall composition.

The cloisonné technique involves the application of thin metal strips, to delimit different sections of color on a metal surface. These spaces are then filled with colored glazes and fired repeatedly to create a shiny, durable finish.

---The vase is in good condition. There are light wears and some cracks (one more visible) . Please refer to the images for further details.

The history of bronzes, silver and enamels is closely linked to that of an iconic figure of Japan: the Samurai. For the entire Edo period, i. e. from 1603 to 1868, the effective elite in control of the territory was precisely that of the Samurai. In fact, they were the ones who governed, under the guidance of the Daimyo, the various provinces of the country.

When the Edo period ended and the Meiji Restoration began, Japan's social structure underwent a radical change.
On March 28, 1876, the Haitorei edict was issued. With this provision, samurai were prohibited from carrying swords in public, under penalty of confiscation of the weapon.
This state of affairs threw the metal craftsmen into despair and they suddenly found themselves without trade.
It was only an initial phase however, because within a short time the artisans themselves reinvented themselves. Over time they had in fact refined extraordinary artistic skills. Declining their mastery into an alternative production was therefore almost a natural consequence. No longer being able to dedicate themselves to the manufacture of accessories for armor and swords, they began producing articles for everyday use. And in many cases of decorative objects.

It was the beginning of a great success. Soon the copious artistic production had concrete results. In fact, it did not go unnoticed in the eyes of foreign diplomats, travelers and military advisors who were in Japan at that time.
But national borders were soon crossed and Japan's participation in world fairs and exhibitions was not long in coming. Hence the real explosion of interest in these sublime works of art. All this translated into an increase in demand from Europe and Anglo-Saxon countries in particular which still appreciate Japanese art today.

--- We will pack your item with extreme care and entrust it to DHL or UPS who will deliver it within 1-3 days. Insurance is included.

The certificate of authenticity compiled by Luca Mastromauro, a Japanese art expert, will be given to the buyer. ---
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