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Japanese Bronze Vase decorated with a Phoenix and paulownia leaves

$3,553.88
£2,629.19
€3,000VAT Included
CA$4,918.75
A$4,936.64
CHF 2,878.71
MX$60,015.14
NOK 33,079.19
SEK 34,020.26
DKK 22,873.15

About the Item

Patinated bronze vase decorated with a flying phenix and paulownia leaves. The phoenix has imperial and solar symbolism. This bird of good omen also embodies virtues from the teaching of Confucius (such as goodness, righteousness, and wisdom). Paulownia (kiri) is considered as a symbol of nobility, honor and longevity. Since the Edo era, there has been a tradition that paulownia is planted at the birth of a daughter to be used later as a material for making items that will be part of her dowry. Its wood is ideal for chests and kimono boxes, which are often key elements of a bride’s because its wood is light, durable and long-lasting resistant. It comes with its tomobako marked with the date Shôwa 5 (1930). Japan, Shôwa period (1926-1989), 1930 Height : 8,27” (21 cm) -Width : 9,05” (23 cm) - Diameter of the neck : 4,5” (11,5 cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Diameter: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1926-1989
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    PARIS, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 2019-6531stDibs: LU8311242720622

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