{"product_id":"antieke-japanse-meiji-cloisonne-vaas-de-acht-onsterfelijken-ca-1910-1-8-kg","title":"Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Vase – The Eight Immortals – ca. 1910 – 1.8 kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAntique Japanese Meiji\/Taisho Cloisonné Vase – Ba Xian – ca. 1910\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis rare bronze baluster vase is a magnificent example of Japanese craftsmanship from the early 20th century. Although the decoration depicts the 'Eight Immortals' (Ba Xian) from Chinese mythology, the technical execution — including the absence of markings and the hand-engraved background — unmistakably points to a Japanese origin for the international export market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExceptional Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike later Chinese productions, the enamel on this piece has been manually recessed into the surface. The background was meticulously engraved prior to enameling, creating a beautiful sense of depth. The expressiveness of the figures and the geometric Y-pattern bear witness to the refinement achieved by Japanese bronze founders during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthenticity and Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighing 1.8 kg and standing 30.5 cm tall, this is a substantial collector's item. The vase displays a natural, built-up patina and authentic mineralization in the cloisonné lines. The slight wear down to the copper base confirms the dating around 1910. The absence of a stamp underscores the Japanese tradition where the quality of the work speaks for itself.\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan (Meiji\/Taisho period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDating:\u003c\/strong\u003e ca. 1900-1920\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloisonné on hand-engraved bronze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent antique condition with rich historical patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"1stbuddha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57226077536587,"sku":"568","price":485.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/6170\/5547\/files\/japanse-meiji-cloisonne-vaas-antiek.jpg?v=1778061499","url":"https:\/\/1stbuddha.com\/products\/antique-japanese-meiji-cloisonne-vase-the-eight-immortals-ca-1910-1-8-kg","provider":"1stbuddha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}