Laura Bordignon

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Japanese cloisonné enamel vase with Hō-ō birds Meiji period

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Code: 10123

Dimensions:

W: 10.5cm (4.1")H: 18cm (7.1")



Japanese cloisonné enamel vase worked in silver and gilt wire decorated with panels of Hō-ō mythical birds, chrysanthemums and details of stylised dragons, the rim and foot with lozenge borders unsigned, Meiji period 1868-1912.

The mythical phoenix is symbolic of peace, justice and fidelity and was adopted as a symbol of the Imperial family. The appearance of a Hō-ō is a very good omen.

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