This is a beautiful Japanese Meiji era (c. 1870-90's) ornate cloisonné vase. The hand crafted decorations are of a Fierce Red dragon in flames coiling around a solid black background.
Made of copper, copper alloys and vitreous glass enamel.
This vase is 5" tall by 3.5"
in diameter (15 x 7.5 c m).
It weighs 7.5 oz. Having been carefully displayed for nearly five decades since acquired by a dedicated local collector, it remains in fine condition with the exception of a damaged spot shown in detail in the photos.
This is a perfect example of Meiji era Japanese cloisonné. This is one of over 110 beautiful examples of this exquisite Japanese art currently being offered by Shogun's Gallery.