Japanese Imari 2 Porcelain Bottle Vases
11x23cm
Beautiful Pair of Japanese Imari-Style Porcelain Bottle Vases
A striking matching pair of Japanese porcelain bottle vases, decorated in the classic Imari palette of deep cobalt blue, iron red and gilt gold.
The rounded bottle-shaped bodies feature richly decorated floral panels with peonies, chrysanthemums and other flowers, surrounded by elaborate scrolling foliage and traditional geometric borders. The long slender necks are decorated with scrolling gilt motifs against a deep blue ground.
Both vases retain a red Japanese character mark within a circular seal on the base.
The pair has a particularly decorative and elegant appearance and would make a beautiful display in a traditional, Asian-inspired or eclectic interior.
Details
- Origin: Japan
- Type: Pair of porcelain bottle vases
- Style: Japanese Imari / Imari-style
- Material: Porcelain
- Decoration: Hand-painted style floral decoration
- Colours: Cobalt blue, iron red, white and gilt
- Subject: Flowers, foliage and traditional geometric motifs
- Mark: Red Japanese character mark to the bases
- Period: 20th century, exact date unknown
- Quantity: 2 matching vases
Condition
Good vintage condition overall, with age-related wear to the gilding and decoration, particularly around the bases and rims. Some surface wear and discoloration are visible, consistent with age and use.
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A decorative and collectible pair of Japanese porcelain with the unmistakable blue, white, red and gold Imari aesthetic.