A Small Earthenware Vase and Cover
A Small Earthenware Vase and Cover

MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY), GILT SEAL YABU MEIZAN

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A Small Earthenware Vase and Cover
Meiji period (late 19th century), gilt seal Yabu Meizan
Decorated in polychrome enamels and gilt over a clear, crackled glaze with beauties engaged in painting, music, flower arranging and a tea gathering, the shoulder and cover painted with chrysanthemums and the tripod feet moulded as chrysanthemum leaves, the underside decoratated with a large chrysanthemum blossom, the details in low relief and the signature cartouche in the center of the flower head, cover surmounted by four-strand "wisteria" finial
3 5/8in. (9.2cm.) high

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