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From 1868 to 1912, Emperor Mutsuhito oversaw an era of transformation in Japan. Formerly a country of feudalism and isolation, Japan entered an age of modernization influenced by newly established trade and exchange with the West. The Meiji period, or period of “enlightened rule,” also saw the global impact of the East Asian country’s culture. Japanese Meiji furniture was exhibited at expositions from Paris to San Francisco and created for export.

Prior to the Meiji era, furniture was mostly made by commission for the ruling class; now there were new domestic and international markets. European styles like Japonisme appropriated Japanese design while craftsmen in places like Wales and England employed japanning, a varnishing technique that approximated the appearance of lacquer for the surfaces of furnishings.

Meiji furniture made for Japanese homes and buildings constructed in Western styles resulted in taller tables, chairs, cabinets with large drawers and other features. The government invested in areas such as transportation and communication, and because people could freely choose occupations after the restrictions of feudalism, industries of various types were energized by expressive new ideas during those years. Art schools were formed and, for the first time, design was an area of study in the country, leading to the evolution of professional design as a career by the 1890s.

The work of Japanese designers was transmitted widely through lavishly illustrated pattern books that included designs for screens and lacquerware for the home. While screens today may be of use as decorative accents or partitions to ensure privacy in one’s space, Japanese screens were adorned with paintings and were featured in performing arts such as concerts, tea ceremonies and more. The color illustrations that characterize Meiji woodblock prints, a genre of Japanese art that grew out of 17th-century developments in printing and book publishing, depicted the sweeping changes that the era brought to East Asia.

Although it was a time of societal and cultural shifts, a bolstered interest in art and design elevated Japanese craft traditions. From colorful porcelain table lamps with silk shades and hardwood tables decorated with dark lacquer to cabinets featuring iron hardware and inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Meiji furniture showcased Japan’s artistic heritage to the world.

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Style: Meiji
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bird and Floral Trinket Box Signed Inaba, Meiji
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bird and Floral Trinket Box Signed Inaba, Meiji

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Bird and Floral Trinket Box Signed Inaba, Meiji

By Inaba Cloisonne Co.

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional and beautifully executed Japanese cloisonne enamel box signed Inaba, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1895. Distinguished by its magnificent golden yellow enamel grou...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Goldstone Dragon Vase Attributed to Honda School
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Goldstone Dragon Vase Attributed to Honda School

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Goldstone Dragon Vase Attributed to Honda School

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period, attributed to the Honda school. Measuring 7 ½ inches tall, the vase has a rounded body, a slender neck and a gently flared mou...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Pink Enamel Goldstone Vase Dragons
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Pink Enamel Goldstone Vase Dragons

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Pink Enamel Goldstone Vase Dragons

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese enamel over copper vase. The vase has a globular shaped body and a narrow neck with a fluted mouth. The vase is enameled with a polychrome design representing a pair of dr...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vases
Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Pair of Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of matching antique Japanese copper vases with polychrome cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji era, before 1912. Baluster shape. Birds and greenery motif against the turquoise ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Totai Shippo Vase, Kinkozan School
Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Totai Shippo Vase, Kinkozan School

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Totai Shippo Vase, Kinkozan School

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large and exceptionally detailed Japanese cloisonné enamel and Satsuma ceramic vase dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880 to 1900. Standing an impressive 19 inches tall, the vase ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Monumental Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Porcelain Jars, Takeuchi Chubei, Meiji
Monumental Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Porcelain Jars, Takeuchi Chubei, Meiji

Monumental Pair of Japanese Cloisonné Porcelain Jars, Takeuchi Chubei, Meiji

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exceptionally rare and monumental pair of Japanese cloisonné enamel on porcelain covered jars, attributed to the celebrated Meiji-period enameler Takeuchi Chubei (竹内忠兵衛), associat...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Silver-Plated Trinket Box with Mount Fuji by Asahi Shoten
Antique Meiji Japanese Silver-Plated Trinket Box with Mount Fuji by Asahi Shoten

Antique Meiji Japanese Silver-Plated Trinket Box with Mount Fuji by Asahi Shoten

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A large and highly decorative Japanese box dating to the Meiji period, attributed to Asahi Shoten. The circular body is crafted from silver-plated pewter and richly decorated with tr...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate, Pewter

Antique A Japanese Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll, Edo/Meiji Period
Antique A Japanese Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll, Edo/Meiji Period

Antique A Japanese Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll, Edo/Meiji Period

Located in Norton, MA

Presenting a heavy-duty quality and high-end and important Japanese doll of Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll from the late Edo to the early Meiji period, a traditional Japanese warrior doll...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal

Japanese Fine Vintage Blue And Gilt Dragon Sculpture Signed
Japanese Fine Vintage Blue And Gilt Dragon Sculpture Signed

Japanese Fine Vintage Blue And Gilt Dragon Sculpture Signed

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese acquisitions A lovely rare surviving example of a Japanese Dragon created in blue and white porcelain with gold gilt highlights Signed on bottom: Gumps S...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Exceptional Large Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Planter Attributed to Goto Seizaburo
Exceptional Large Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Planter Attributed to Goto Seizaburo

Exceptional Large Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Planter Attributed to Goto Seizaburo

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exceptional and unusually large Japanese cloisonné enamel planter attributed to the celebrated Meiji-period enamel artist Goto Seizaburo (1857–1923), circa 1890. Measuring an impr...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Exceptional Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji
Exceptional Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Exceptional Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exceptional Japanese cloisonné enamel vase of the Meiji period, circa 1890, attributed to the celebrated Nagoya enamel master Hayashi Kodenji (1831–1915). Distinguished by its bri...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases
Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Yellow Dragon Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

Pair Chinese Cloisonne Yelow background Dragon Vases 15" inches

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian
Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian

Pair of Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Horse Vases Gold Scrolls Horses Equestrian

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel vases, each measuring approximately 15.5 inches in height, decorated with continuous landscape scenes featuring groups of horses in...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique A Japanese Musha Standing Ningyo Samurai Doll, Edo 1800s
Antique A Japanese Musha Standing Ningyo Samurai Doll, Edo 1800s

Antique A Japanese Musha Standing Ningyo Samurai Doll, Edo 1800s

Located in Norton, MA

Presenting a high-end and important Japanese doll of Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll from the Meiji period, a traditional Japanese warrior doll crafted with intricate mixed-media armor, si...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal

Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Theatrical Mythical Mask Box Meiji
Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Theatrical Mythical Mask Box Meiji

Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Theatrical Mythical Mask Box Meiji

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptionally rare and unusually large Japanese cloisonne enamel box of the Nagoya School, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880–1900. Distinguished by its extraordinary decorati...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"
Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"

Vintage Japanese Kutani Porcelain Sleeping Cat Figure Circa 1930 Large 10"

By Kutani Studio

Located in Wilton, CT

Large, nearly antique, Japanese Kutani porcelain sleeping cat figure with ribbon and bell tied around the neck. Circa 1930. Extraordinary detail of fur, whiskers, and eye lashes very...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Hand-Carved Openwork Keyaki Zelkova Dragon Sculpture Late 19thC
Antique Japanese Hand-Carved Openwork Keyaki Zelkova Dragon Sculpture Late 19thC

Antique Japanese Hand-Carved Openwork Keyaki Zelkova Dragon Sculpture Late 19thC

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Antique Japanese Hand-Carved Openwork Keyaki Zelkova Dragon Hand-carved from single solid wood slab. Dimensions: 
H 24.5 × W 37.8 × D 20.7 in
 (H 623 × W 960 × D 525 mm)
 Weight: ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Japanese Satsuma Vase
Japanese Satsuma Vase

Japanese Satsuma Vase

By Satsuma

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous hand-painted Japanese Satsuma vase, Meigi, circa 20th century, Japan. Beautiful hand-painted detail of colorful flowers and spider mum flowers around finished with gold de...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase
Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Large Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Baluster shape, flower brunches and birds decor against turquoise background. ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba Meiji Period
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba Meiji Period

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba Meiji Period

By Inaba Cloisonne Co.

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket box, attributed to the celebrated Inaba workshop, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1890–1900. Beautifully proportioned and extraordi...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Distorted Shape Pottery Vase 1860s-1920s / Tsubo
Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Distorted Shape Pottery Vase 1860s-1920s / Tsubo

Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Distorted Shape Pottery Vase 1860s-1920s / Tsubo

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A beautifully aged Japanese storage jar. It embodies the quiet strength of traditional, practical pottery. Its form is distorted. Distorted jars are not usually found on the market,...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Pottery

Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves
Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves

Monumental Pair Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vases Amid Crashing Waves

Located in Long Island City, NY

An impressive and monumental pair of Chinese cloisonné enamel vases produced by the Beijing Cloisonné Company, each standing approximately 41 inches in height. These large-scale va...

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20th Century Chinese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji

By Inaba Cloisonne Co.

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket box attributed to the celebrated Inaba workshop, dating to the Meiji period, circa 1895. Distinguished by its magnificent coiled drag...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Japan Musha Samurai Gofun Daimyo Ningyo Doll, Meiji, mu#010
Antique Japan Musha Samurai Gofun Daimyo Ningyo Doll, Meiji, mu#010

Antique Japan Musha Samurai Gofun Daimyo Ningyo Doll, Meiji, mu#010

Located in Norton, MA

Presenting a high-end and important Japanese doll of Musha Ningyo Samurai Doll from the late Edo to the early Meiji period, a traditional Japanese warrior doll crafted with intricate...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal

Share Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji
Share Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Share Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Located in Long Island City, NY

An exceptional Japanese cloisonné enamel vase from the Meiji period, attributed to the workshop of Hayashi Kodenji, one of the most important masters of the Nagoya cloisonné school. ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood
Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood

Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A large hibachi (手焙り, te-aburi / hand-warmer brazier) of paulownia wood (kiri, 桐), decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay (raden, 螺鈿) and makie lacquer depicting birds and flowers (花鳥蒔...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Gold Leaf

Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Dragon Vases
Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Dragon Vases

Antique Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Goldstone Dragon Vases

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of identical antique Japanese copper vases with cloisonne enamel design. Late Meiji period, circa 1885. Baluster shape, solid base, pronounced neck. Golden stone flake ground,...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Totai Shippo Vase, Kinkozan School, 22 In.
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Totai Shippo Vase, Kinkozan School, 22 In.

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Totai Shippo Vase, Kinkozan School, 22 In.

Located in Long Island City, NY

A monumental Japanese cloisonné enamel and ceramic vase dating to the late Meiji period, circa 1890 to 1912. Standing 22 1/4 inches tall, this impressive vase is approximately three ...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji Era enamel over copper brush pot. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The cylindrical form pot is enameled with polychrome images of butterflies...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Wooden Komainu Guardian Dog Sculpture / Wabi-Sabi / Edo-Meiji
Antique Japanese Wooden Komainu Guardian Dog Sculpture / Wabi-Sabi / Edo-Meiji

Antique Japanese Wooden Komainu Guardian Dog Sculpture / Wabi-Sabi / Edo-Meiji

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a Japanese "Komainu" (guardian lion-dog). Komainu are statues of guardian beasts placed in pairs at the entrances of Shinto shrines or in front of shrine buildings, protectin...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Hardwood, Urushi lacquer

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century
Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful small Japanese Satsuma ginger jar vase, circa early-20th century, Japan. Colors include cream, copper, green, blue, white, black, orange...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Gourd Vase with Phoenix Dragon and Shishi
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Gourd Vase with Phoenix Dragon and Shishi

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Gourd Vase with Phoenix Dragon and Shishi

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese Cloisonne enamel vase from the Meiji period (1868–1912), circa 1890. Standing 10 inches tall, the vase has a distinctive double gourd form, with a rounded lower body, narr...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji

By Inaba Cloisonne Co.

Located in Long Island City, NY

Japanese Cloisonne Dragon Trinket Box Attributed to Inaba, Meiji, circa 1895 Description An exceptional Japanese cloisonne enamel trinket box attributed to the celebrated Inaba wor...

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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Large Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase Urn & Cover Boys Signed 22"
Large Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase Urn & Cover Boys Signed 22"

Large Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Vase Urn & Cover Boys Signed 22"

Located in Wilton, CT

Large antique Japanese Imari porcelain jar and cover, circa 1860. With panels of underglaze blue decoration of boys playing at various activities surrounded by elaborate floral borde...

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1870s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Meiji Imari Center Bowl, Phoenix & Floral Motifs, Atributted  Fukagawa
Large Meiji Imari Center Bowl, Phoenix & Floral Motifs, Atributted  Fukagawa

Large Meiji Imari Center Bowl, Phoenix & Floral Motifs, Atributted Fukagawa

By Fukagawa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Japanese Imari Deep Center Bowl with Phoenix and Floral Motifs, Signed, Meiji Period, Attributed to Fukagawa, Circa 1880–1910 A richly enameled and finely detailed Meiji-era Imari p...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Large Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase
Large Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Large Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese late Meiji era vase of a baluster shape with a narrow fluted neck. The metal vase is adorned with a polychrome image of a dragon made in the Cloisonne technique o...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase of Birds in a Garden
Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase of Birds in a Garden

Large Pair of Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase of Birds in a Garden

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of large symmetrical antique Japanese Meiji period enamel over brass vases. Each vase has an amphora shaped body and a narrow neck. Each vase is enameled with a polychrome ima...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Brass, Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed
Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Vase Signed

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine quality Japanese vase from the time of Emperor Meiji, 1868 to 1912. Of a baluster form with slightly lobed shoulders, the body is adorned with a finely detailed shaded cloison...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal

Chinese Dragon Porcelain Bowl
Chinese Dragon Porcelain Bowl

Chinese Dragon Porcelain Bowl

Located in Grythyttan, SE

This exquisite handpainted porcelain dish hails from Japan, dating back to the Meiji period (1868-1912). The dish features a petite design with wavy, contoured edges against a light ...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Porcelain

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Vase Meiji Period

Located in Long Island City, NY

An antique Japanese cloisonne enamel vase, likely created during the Meiji period. Adorned with a dragon image made in cloisonne technique. The vase has a deep black background, whic...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box
Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box

Fine Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Box with Dragon Trinket Box

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed Japanese cloisonné enamel box dating to the Meiji period, executed entirely with gilt wire cloisons. The lid is centered with a dynamic coiled dragon set against a ...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"
Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"

Signed Ando Jubei Green Wireless Cloisonné Vase Large 10"

By Ando Jubei

Located in Somis, CA

A large masterpiece of Ando Jubei wireless cloisonné vase at an exceptional 10" height. In his signature green enamel, portraying an intricate arabesque design of a blooming clematis...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal, Enamel

19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuna Enanel Porcelain Vase
19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuna Enanel Porcelain Vase

19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuna Enanel Porcelain Vase

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuna Enaneled Porcelain Vase. Measures 7" in width x 7" in depth x 12.25" in height.

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Vase with Polychrome Enamel
Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Vase with Polychrome Enamel

Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonné Vase with Polychrome Enamel

Located in Kastrup, DK

Japanese cloisonné vase from the Meiji period. Brass body decorated with polychrome enamel in blue, green, white and iron red on a turquoise ground. Ornamented with floral and foliat...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Brass, Enamel

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School

Located in Long Island City, NY

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase with Flying Cranes Hayashi School An antique Japanese, late Meiji period, enamel . The vase has a sphere shaped body and a wide fluted n...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair
Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair

Japanese Cloisonné Vases Butterflies & Flowers, 19th Century Meiji Period, Pair

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

These are a very decorative pair of cloisonné vases, made in Japan and dating to the 19th Meiji Period, circa 1875. The vases have a good baluster shape with a circular form. They...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Signed Botanical Garden Vase
Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Signed Botanical Garden Vase

Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Silver Wire Signed Botanical Garden Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A finely executed Japanese cloisonné enamel vase dating to the Meiji period, signed on the underside and worked throughout with exceptionally delicate silver wire. The elongated bo...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Large Meiji Japanese Bronze Zoomorphic Jardinière Attributed to Genryusai Seiya
Large Meiji Japanese Bronze Zoomorphic Jardinière Attributed to Genryusai Seiya

Large Meiji Japanese Bronze Zoomorphic Jardinière Attributed to Genryusai Seiya

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large Meiji Japanese Bronze Zoomorphic Jardinière Attributed to Genryusai Seiya An exceptional and highly sculptural Japanese bronze zoomorphic jardinière, attributed to the worksho...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Bronze

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase
Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare elegant Japanese vase cast of metal, possibly brass, featuring a baluster shaped body and a wide short neck. The surface is decorated with a delicate image of a thistle flowe...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Metal

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata
Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata

Large Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase Attributed to Kyoto Shibata

Located in Long Island City, NY

A large antique Japanese Meiji period vase attributed to Kyoto Shibata. Features vivid depictions of birds and floral motifs, showcasing the meticulous application of cloisonne ename...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel, Brass

Antique Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase by Koshida, Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase by Koshida, Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Satsuma Earthenware Vase by Koshida, Meiji Period

Located in Newark, England

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Japanese Satsuma earthenware vase by Koshida, dating to circa 1910. The vase is of elegant hexagonal form with a gently tapering body, finely decorated with ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Objects

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery

A Fine, Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Cobalt Blue Vase with Cranes, Hayashi
A Fine, Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Cobalt Blue Vase with Cranes, Hayashi

A Fine, Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Cobalt Blue Vase with Cranes, Hayashi

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

A Fine and Large Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Silver Wire Cobalt Blue Vase – Hayashi School Masterpiece A stunning example of Japanese cloisonné artistry, this fine and large cobalt bl...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Copper, Enamel

Large Japanese Antique Paper-Covered Wabi-Sabi Cha Tsubo Tea Storage Jar 19th C
Large Japanese Antique Paper-Covered Wabi-Sabi Cha Tsubo Tea Storage Jar 19th C

Large Japanese Antique Paper-Covered Wabi-Sabi Cha Tsubo Tea Storage Jar 19th C

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

From Kanto area, Japan. This large Cha Tsubo, pottery Jar for tea leaf storage, for tea seller - is a product of late Edo to Meiji era (estimate 1850s-1870s) estimate from the style...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Pottery, Stoneware, Paper

Japanese Wooden Netsuke Cicada 1900 Meiji Sekisen
Japanese Wooden Netsuke Cicada 1900 Meiji Sekisen

Japanese Wooden Netsuke Cicada 1900 Meiji Sekisen

Located in Paris, FR

This is an antique wooden netsuke made in Japan around Meiji period 1900s. The signature is written on the back side 'Sekisen'. Netsuke is a miniature sculpture, originating in 17th...

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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Wood

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Blue Enamel Silver Vase with Eagle Signed Inaba

Located in Long Island City, NY

A rare antique Japanese cloisonné enamel silver mounted and silver wire vase Late Meiji period circa 1895 . Elongated shape with pronounced neck. Cobalt blue ground color. The obvers...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Covered Jars
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Covered Jars

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Covered Jars

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of antique Japanese cloisonne enamel covered jars dating to the Meiji period, each featuring a dark brocade ground decorated with scrolling foliage, stylized flowers, and geom...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Inaba Kyoto
Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Inaba Kyoto

Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vase by Inaba Kyoto

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese cloisonne enamel vase by the Inaba Company of Kyoto. The vase features a vibrant teal green ground decorated with flowering plum blossom branches. The delicate wirework ou...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Inaba Japanese Cloisonne And Jade Box Yamanaka And Co
Inaba Japanese Cloisonne And Jade Box Yamanaka And Co

Inaba Japanese Cloisonne And Jade Box Yamanaka And Co

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Japanese cloisonne enamel box. The ware features a vibrant turquoise ground decorated with intricate scrolling wirework. The hinged lid is centered with an inset circular carved ja...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Decorative Objects

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Enamel

Meiji decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Meiji decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Meiji decorative objects made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Satsuma, Ando Jubei, Kinkozan, and Inaba Cloisonne Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $83 and tops out at $98,000 while the average work can sell for $2,518.