Bidspirit auction | JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE & BRONZE

JAPANESE MEIJI CLOISONNE & BRONZE LIDDED JAR, C. 1890 - A Japanese Meiji-period cloisonne enamel and bronze covered tripod jar, maker untraced, circa 1890, executed in polychrome enamels with brass wirework and goldstone ground. Of compressed, six-lobed globular form raised on a cast bronze pierced tripod foot ring, the vessel is divided by a horizontal black floral band and vertical beaded ribs into alternating reserves filled with phoenixes amidst clouds and scrolling floral vines against cream, brown, and sparkling aventurine grounds, bordered at the neck and base by blue lappet collars. The domed, matching cloisonne cover is surmounted by a cast bronze pierced spherical finial secured inside by a threaded post against a dark turquoise counter-enameled interior. Both the dark-enameled interior well and the patinated bronze underside are unmarked. shippo, koro, incense, burner, antique, oriental, asian, metalwork, decorative, collectible Dimensions H: 4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Condition appears consistent with age. The cloisonne enamel surfaces display scattered minor firing pinholes, light surface wear, and subtle scratches. The cast bronze mounts, pierced finial, rims, and tripod foot ring exhibit dark oxidation, patina variation, and light rubbing.