Japanese Bronze Art Nouveau Inlaid Vase Meiji

Updated August 6, 2026

A heavy and well-executed Japanese vase in the Art Nouveau style. The heavy bronze has been shaped in a design that is distantly reminiscent of a gourd. There is an inlaid design in a geometric Art Nouveau pattern on the upper body. The mouth is slightly rolled and the foot is raised. The vase was over-cleaned at one point, but you can see the older dark brown patina above the foot and on the base. The vase rests flat on a surface. MEASUREMENTS 6 3/8" (16.1 cm) tall x 3 ¼" (8.3 cm) diameter. Weighs 15.7 oz (450 g) CONDITION There is a shallow dent on the waist, and there are a few nicks and wear marks. There are some dark brown oxidization spots on the surface. The vase was over-cleaned at one point but has started to mellow out the color again because of time. A very nice work of metal workers' art. It is very refined and elegant. Period: Late 19th Century Origin: Japan Materials: Bronze Dimensions: 3.25"W × 3.25"D × 6.38"H

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