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Pair of Japanese Bronze Mixed-Metal Vases — Sparrows and Grapevine, c. 1900
A matched pair of Japanese patinated bronze vases with applied mixed-metal decoration. Brown bodies with flared necks and incised banding. Gilt sparrows among gilt vines, grapes, and leaves in gilt and darker bronze tones.
Late Meiji / Taishō export work. Unmarked sand-cast bases. Not signed atelier inlay.
Details
• Origin: Japan
• Date: c. 1890–1920
• Height: 9 in. each
• Pair of two
Condition
Good antique condition with expected wear to gilt high points. One applied leaf is missing on one vase (shown in photos). No major dents noted. Please review photos of both vases, rims, and bases.
