Takahara Komajiro Cloisonne Bud Vase, Late Meiji Era, Japanese

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This exquisitely intricate, Japanese Cloisonne enamel piece is dated to c.1900 from the Meiji era (1868-1912) by Takahara Komajiro of Kyoto.

Takahara is referenced as the most well-known and consistent maker of Kyoto-Jippo (tr. 'Cloisonne') wares, founding a workshop in 1894. The CloisonnŽ technique is revered for hand-applying thin wire or metal and different coloured enamels. The technique has been elevated to astounding heights in this piece when you consider the detailed wired sections are as thin as 1mm in width.

Also present are Takahara's signature design characteristics despite being unsigned; most notably the floral patterns and the 'Takara-mono' (tr. 'treasured items') featured in the roundels. Further indications of Takahara's style can be seen in the green overlapping scales and band of dotted red and black circlets brocading the foot and rim of the vase. From delicate sprigs of Sakura Cherry Blossom to Chrysanthemums, Anemones, Wisteria and even a butterfly, the Cloisonne flourishes with elements of jewel-coloured enamel in a joyful celebration of flora in bloom.

The exceptional skill in delicately applying the cloisonne in such a diminutive size is a true wonder and the condition of the enamel décor makes this piece a rare find. Not only did Takahara's Cloisonne skill contend with creating the enamel art in minute detail, but it was also applied to the curving and thin-stemmed form. This fantastic work of art makes a superbly decorative and highly collectable art feature.

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• Dimensions: Height: c. 5" / 12.6 cm by c. 3.1" / 8 cm diameter (across widest point). Base diameter: c. 1.4" / 3.6 cm. Rim diameter: c. 1.1" / 2.8 cm. Unpackaged weight: c. 0.1 kg / 105 g
• Condition: Excellent. No chips, cracks or repairs. There is some natural enamel pitting that is commensurable with the age of the piece, please see photos as part of the condition report.

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• Fabric Content: Enamel
• Vendor Colour Code: MULTI
• Vendor Style Code: 1311181129
• Andrews SKU: 6106-0048

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