Marked
on the bottom Imperial Nippon. This mark is listed as #38 on page 95 of Van
Patten's ABC's of Collecting Nippon Porcelain as an authentic Nippon mark.
The
Japanese used "Nippon," which was the English equivalent of the
Japanese word for Japan. It was not until 1921 that the United States changed
the law so that pieces had to be marked "Japan," not
"Nippon." These laws make it easy for today's collectors to identify
Nippon china. It was made between 1891 and 1921.
This Art Nouveau Vase features beautifully hand painted Pink, White, and Dark Pink Roses and their Leaves Outlined in Gold and Stunning Moriage beading at the top. Vase presents beautifully and is in excellent antique over 100 year of condition with very minimal display wear and patina commensurate with age. No chips, cracks or repairs but some minor gold paint loss on top of the handles and around the base consistent with its age. It is 12" tall. This truly wonderful piece is quite special and looks even better in person! This exquisite and rare art nouveau vase will add richness to any interior.