Japanese Works of Art - 12 Nov 2024
A BRONZE 'THREE FRIENDS OF WINTER' VASE
A BRONZE 'THREE FRIENDS OF WINTER' VASE
19TH CENTURY
Of tall cylindrical form with lion-mask handles, decorated with elongated panels enclosing various plants including the Four Gentlemen or Four Noble Ones (plum blossom, orchid, bamboo, and chrysanthemum); with bands of formal designs above the foot and under the shoulder, 31cm.