111 - A JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL DRAGON TRIPOD JAR WITH COVER, 19TH CENTURY

A JAPANESE MEIJI PERIOD CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL DRAGON TRIPOD JAR WITH COVER, 19TH CENTURY A Japanese cloisonné enamel tripod jar or censer (koro) of spherical form, dating to the Meiji period (1868–1912). The body is decorated with a large, sinuous dragon rendered in shades of black, white, pale green, and blue, with finely detailed scales, sharp claws, and flowing whiskers, against a rich translucent ruby-red enamel ground. Raised on three short rounded feet. The intricate decoration is executed in polychrome enamels outlined with fine metal wires. Japan, Meiji period, late 19th century. Dimensions: H: 10 in., (23 cm.) Condition: Good condition overall, with a chip to the handle. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.