Japanese Meiji Period Kutani Crane Porcelain Vase

Item Details

Antique Japanese Meiji period Kutani porcelain vase, authenticated with the Watano red mark. This authentic 19th-century export ceramic features a rare light blue ground decorated with a hand-painted crane and peony (Kacho-ga) motif. The long-neck bottle form is accented with traditional iron-red and gold (Kinsai) scrolling. A fine example of late 19th-century Japanese craftsmanship intended for the Western market.

Condition

- light surface wear with some fading to the gilt; neck of vase has been repaired.

Dimensions

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Item #

ITMA000LR3