A CLOISONN VASE AND COVER
A CLOISONN VASE AND COVER

ATTRIBUTED TO NAMIKAWA YASUYUKI, MEIJI PERIOD (19TH CENTURY)

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A CLOISONN VASE AND COVER
ATTRIBUTED TO NAMIKAWA YASUYUKI, MEIJI PERIOD (19TH CENTURY)
Of globular form, decorated in gold and silver wire and various coloured enamels with bands of stylised geometric design and another with ho-o birds among scrolling foliage, beneath which are eight lappets with birds and butterflies, the cover with morning glory, hydrangea, chrysanthemum and plum-flower heads, and a chrysanthemum formed finial, gilt rim
3.5/8in. (9.2cm.) high

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