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This is an authentic early 20th-century Japanese Nippon porcelain vase, hand painted and decorated with raised moriage florals over a black cartouche, set against a rich yellow ground with gilt accents. The form, decoration, and Nippon wreath mark date this piece squarely to the classic export period between 1891 and 1921. Elegant, sculptural, and highly decorative, this is a textbook example of why Nippon porcelain remains so collectible today.
DETAILS
Authentic Nippon porcelain, made in Japan
Nippon export period, circa 1891–1921
Hand-painted floral decoration with raised moriage enamel
Black cartouche framing the floral scene with gold outlining
Yellow ground with gilt banding
Double side handles with applied gold finish
Interior glazed in soft gray
Marked on base with Nippon wreath and “M” in green
Produced for the American and European export market
PROVENANCE & HISTORY
Nippon porcelain was produced during a brief but highly regarded period when Japanese workshops focused on luxury decorative wares for Western buyers. Moriage decoration required skilled hand application and multiple firings, making these pieces more expensive to produce and more desirable to collectors. Yellow-ground Nippon vases with ornate handles are especially sought after due to their visual impact and lower survival rate compared to simpler forms. This piece reflects the craftsmanship, materials, and decorative ambition that defined Nippon porcelain at its peak.
SIZE
Height: 10 1/2 inches
Width at handles: 8 inches
Opening diameter: 4 inches
Base diameter: 3 1/2 inches
CONDITION
No cracks, no chips, no crazing
No repairs or restorations
Porcelain body is solid and structurally sound
Hand-painted decoration remains vibrant and well preserved
CONDITION – GILDING WEAR
Light, honest wear to the gold finish at the very top outer edges of the side handles only
This wear is consistent with age and normal handling and does not affect display
Gilding elsewhere remains strong and intact
CONDITION – SURFACE NOTES
Two very small black dots visible on the yellow ground, shown clearly in the photos
These are not chips, not cracks, and not defects in the porcelain body
No other surface issues observed
NOTES
This vase displays exceptionally well in person, with strong color, crisp moriage detail, and an elegant balanced form. All condition points are fully disclosed and accurately represented in the photographs. Nothing has been hidden or minimized.
KEYWORD TAGS
Nippon porcelain, Japanese Nippon vase, moriage vase, hand painted Nippon, Nippon wreath mark, Meiji period porcelain, Taisho period porcelain, Japanese export porcelain, floral Nippon vase, collectible Japanese porcelain
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