98 - Japan – 19th century – Pair of lidded Imari porcelain vases

Japan – 19th century – Pair of lidded Imari porcelain vases An important pair of lidded vases in Japanese porcelain with polychrome Imari decoration, richly adorned with floral compositions depicting branches of flowering plum trees, peonies, and chrysanthemums, in shades of cobalt blue, iron red, and gold. Japan – 19th century – Pair of lidded Imari porcelain vases floral compositions depicting branches of flowering prunus, peonies, and chrysanthemums, in shades of cobalt blue, iron red, and gold. The shoulders feature large floral panels on a deep blue background, accented with delicate golden scrollwork. The domed lids, with matching decoration, are topped with dark brown-glazed handles in the shape of guardian lions (shishi). Condition: Very good condition Dimensions and weight: H. 44 × W. 21 × D. 21 cm – 3.630 kg.