Japanese Porcelain Lamp With Bronze Frame – Meiji Period

Japanese porcelain lamp with bronze mount – Meiji periodSuperb lamp made from a Japanese polychrome enameled porcelain vase, Meiji period (circa 1880-1900). The richly colored decoration features a bird perched among flowering branches and peonies, painted with vivid cobalt blue, iron red and green enamels. The neck is decorated with a traditional geometric frieze on a deep blue background, characteristic of Japanese art of the late 19th century. The vase is mounted on a chased and gilt bronze base, worked in a refined style, typical of decorative montages made in Europe at the beginning of the 20th century. The whole exudes a strong decorative presence, ideal for a classical interior or an Asian art collection. Period: Meiji, circa 1880-1900Materials: Polychrome enameled porcelain and gilt bronzeTotal height: 38Condition: Very good condition, slight wear from use