{"title":"Chinese Decorative Arts \u0026 Antiques","description":"\u003c!-- JAPONISTA COLLECTION HTML — CHINESE DECORATIVE ARTS \u0026 ANTIQUES --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 0 0 1.4rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.65rem; line-height: 1.4; letter-spacing: 0.18em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #7a6a53; margin: 0 0 0.6rem 0; font-weight: 500;\"\u003eThe Iconic Archive Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 80px; height: 1px; background: #D7B56D; margin-top: 0.4rem;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 2rem 0;\"\u003eCivilization in circulation. Objects of Chinese origin, preserved through Japanese custodianship, shaping taste across centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 2rem 0 2.5rem 0; border: none; border-top: 1px solid #e3e3e3;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis category does not represent foreign imports. It represents \u003cstrong\u003eheritage in motion\u003c\/strong\u003e—Chinese art objects that entered Japan through diplomacy, trade, scholarship, religious exchange, and elite collecting, then remained embedded in Japanese estates, temples, and connoisseur circles for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Japonista lens, these works are not outsiders. They are \u003cstrong\u003efoundational references\u003c\/strong\u003e—objects that helped define how Japanese aesthetics, craftsmanship, and restraint came to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Chinese art belongs in a Japonisme archive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese culture did not develop in isolation. For over a millennium, China served as an intellectual and artistic reference point. Writing systems, painting theory, ceramics, bronze casting, religious iconography, court ritual, and scholarly ideals all arrived through Chinese influence—then evolved locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe objects curated here are not generic Chinese antiques. They are works long preserved in Japan, collected by temples, scholars, tea masters, and wealthy households, integrated into Japanese systems of taste, display, and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirculation, not extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of the finest Chinese decorative objects in Japan arrived centuries ago—through tribute missions, merchant networks, monk exchanges, and diplomatic gifts. Others were acquired during periods when Japanese collectors actively sought Chinese works for study and refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-af4dd40b-7fff-f63d-a99d-b532b0ef61d8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce in Japan, these objects were not consumed. They were \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estudied, protected, and contextualized\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 2rem 2rem; padding-left: 0; list-style: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese ceramics shaping Japanese tea aesthetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese bronzes informing ritual design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese painting models guiding ink discipline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScholar objects becoming symbols of cultivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObjects shaped by elite restraint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese decorative arts in Japanese collections tend to differ from those circulating elsewhere. They were selected not for flamboyance, but for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial integrity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced proportion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSurface calm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntellectual weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility with Japanese interiors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis filtering process matters. It means the objects here often feel quieter, more architectural, more disciplined—aligned with Japonista’s curatorial values.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategories you may encounter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 2rem 2rem; padding-left: 0; list-style: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramics long used in Japanese tea and display contexts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScholar objects preserved in study rooms and estates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze and metal works integrated into ritual environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative forms selected for balance over ornament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObjects whose patina reflects Japanese stewardship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural dialogue, not hierarchy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis collection is not about ranking civilizations. It is about acknowledging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edialogue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Japanese aesthetics were refined through absorption, interpretation, and restraint. Chinese art provided a vocabulary; Japan rewrote the grammar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo understand Japanese visual culture without China is incomplete. To encounter Chinese objects preserved through Japanese custodianship is to see influence stabilized into form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we curate for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0 0 2rem 2rem; padding-left: 0; list-style: disc;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChinese antiques long held in Japanese estates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObjects harmonizing with Japanese spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks reflecting scholarly and ritual use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePieces evaluated for patina shaped by Japanese care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollector-grade heritage carriers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurated by Japonista\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJaponista curates Chinese decorative arts not as imports, but as participants in Japanese cultural history. We select objects that make sense inside a Japonisme framework—where restraint, continuity, and stewardship matter more than spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot foreign artifacts.\u003cbr\u003eFoundations, preserved through care.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 3rem; padding: 1.75rem 2rem; background: #faf7f1; border-left: 6px solid #c49b5a; border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 0.8rem 0; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.9rem;\"\u003eSearching for Chinese-origin works historically circulated within Japan?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/japonista.com\/pages\/japan-s-premium-proxy-art-logistics-japonista-concierge-logistics%E2%84%A2\" style=\"text-decoration: none; font-weight: 600; color: #b07a2a;\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Concierge \u0026amp; Cultural Sourcing Service \u003c\/a\u003e can assist in locating high-integrity Chinese decorative arts within Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these objects Chinese or Japanese?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are of Chinese origin, preserved and circulated within Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy not source directly from China?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis archive focuses on objects shaped by Japanese custodianship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these export pieces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They were collected for use, study, or display, not export markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Japanese preservation affect value?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Stewardship and context significantly influence desirability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this category permanent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but releases are infrequent due to rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- INTERNAL SEO KEYWORDS (INVISIBLE) --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--\nchinese decorative arts, chinese antiques japan, chinese art in japan, chinese ceramics japan,\nchinese scholar objects, chinese bronzes japan, chinese antiques estate held,\nchinese art japanese collections, chinese art japanese estates,\nchinese antiques preserved in japan, chinese ceramics tea culture,\nchinese art influence japan, sino japanese art exchange,\nchinese antiques curated japan, chinese objects japanese custodianship,\nchinese art heritage japan, chinese antiques long held japan,\nchinese decorative objects japan, chinese art collectors japan,\nchinese art museum grade, chinese antiques patina japan,\nchinese art japanese taste, chinese export avoided,\nchinese art tea aesthetics, chinese scholar objects japan,\nchinese antiques japonisme, chinese art foundation japan,\nchinese antiques rare japan, chinese art cultural exchange,\nchinese antiques curated archive, chinese art restraint,\nchinese antiques provenance japan, chinese art japanese interiors,\nchinese ceramics japanese tea rooms, chinese art influence aesthetics,\nchinese antiques cultural dialogue, chinese art heritage objects,\nchinese antiques estate provenance, chinese art archive japan,\nchinese antiques seldom released, chinese art cross cultural,\nchinese antiques japonista, chinese art scholarly objects,\nchinese antiques japanese climate patina, chinese art long horizon collecting,\nchinese antiques cultural continuity, chinese art historical exchange,\nchinese antiques japanese preservation, chinese art foundation objects,\nchinese antiques collector grade, chinese art ritual objects japan,\nchinese antiques bronze japan, chinese art quiet authority,\nchinese antiques museum context, chinese art integrated japan,\nchinese antiques asian heritage, chinese art circulation history,\nchinese antiques connoisseur selection, chinese art japanese display,\nchinese antiques asian exchange, chinese art influence design,\nchinese antiques elite collections, chinese art shared heritage\n--\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ming-gilt-bronze-buddhist-incense-burner","title":"Xianglu budista chino de bronce dorado, estilo de la dinastía Ming, incensario monumental de trípode para altar de templo, 66 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA large Buddhist censer (xianglu) in the Ming dynasty tradition, made to stand before the main icon of a temple or great hall. Three sculptural legs, deep relief on every face and a guardian-beast finial give it architectural presence, while softened gilding picks out the edges of its ornament as a hierarchy of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large Buddhist censer (xianglu) was made in the Ming dynasty tradition for temple or high-status altar use. Rising on a stepped base with three sculptural legs, the vessel combines functional incense burning with pronounced architectural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is cast and assembled, with deep relief across all faces. Panels are populated with auspicious motifs, mythic creatures and scrolling forms, executed with a density characteristic of late imperial ritual metalwork. Gilded highlights accentuate relief edges and key iconographic zones, creating visual hierarchy rather than uniform brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pierced lid is crowned by a sculptural guardian-beast finial that lets incense smoke escape while reinforcing the censer's symbolic role as a conduit between human and divine realms. Handles and corner elements are treated as independent sculptural forms rather than utilitarian attachments, emphasizing ritual authority over practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCensers of this scale were not domestic objects. They were placed before main icons in temples or large halls, where size, weight and ornament signaled devotional seriousness and institutional backing. The present example aligns with Ming aesthetic priorities, in which mass, symmetry and layered ornament conveyed stability and cosmic order, and it is best understood as a ceremonial object valued for scale, craftsmanship and presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ming dynasty style (antique)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast metal with gilding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObject type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buddhist ritual incense burner (xianglu); large altar or temple scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66 x 45 x 45 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Object approx. 36.7 kg; safe-packed approx. 50–65 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e HS Code 9706.00; country of origin China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure packing and vibration control required in transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent with an antique ritual object: surface wear, softened gilding and patina reflect age and ritual handling rather than later damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGilding wear and patina are consistent with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo modern restoration is assumed without in-hand examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDynastic attribution and dating rest on stylistic analysis and the documentation available and should be treated as probable without in-hand metallurgical examination; the piece is best cataloged as a Ming dynasty style ritual incense burner. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/japanese-okimono-figurines-statues\"\u003eOkimono\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-nishihonganji-style-gold-butsudan-40go-three-way-opening-guden\"\u003eNishi Honganji-style 40-go gold butsudan\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/temple-altar-furniture-set-4pc-vermilion-gold-fittings-35\"\u003eFour-piece vermilion temple altar furniture set\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/nishimura-harusei-bizen-shishi-incense-burner-leaping-lion\"\u003eNishimura Harusei Bizen leaping shishi koro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. 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The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: ming style gilt bronze censer · chinese buddhist xianglu · large chinese temple incense burner · gilt bronze tripod censer · antique chinese incense burner guardian lid · monumental buddhist censer · ming dynasty incense burner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51815866958117,"sku":null,"price":11860.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/MingDynastyStyleChineseGiltBronzeBuddhistIncenseBurner_Xianglu_MonumentalTempleAltarCenser_Antique_100_Years_1.jpg?v=1767272140"},{"product_id":"monumental-qing-cloisonne-vase-pair","title":"Pareja monumental de jarrones chinos de cloisonné, estilo imperial Qianlong, con grullas y pinos, atribuidos a la dinastía Qing, 116 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eStanding 116 cm each, these cloisonné vases were never meant for a side table: they were made to frame a palace hall, temple or ceremonial room as a matched pair. Cranes and pines in polychrome enamel carry the Qianlong court's wishes for long life, and their survival together keeps that symmetry intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matched pair of monumental cloisonné vases follows the Qianlong imperial tradition of the Qing dynasty, distinguished by exceptional scale, dense enamel work and refined decorative balance. Rising to over one meter, the vases were conceived not as domestic furnishings but as architectural accents for palace halls, temples or formal ceremonial interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach vase is richly decorated in polychrome cloisonné enamels on a pale ground, animated by auspicious imagery of cranes, pine trees and rocky landscapes, a visual language of longevity, harmony and imperial virtue deeply associated with Qing court symbolism. The proportions are elongated and dignified, with flared necks and robust bodies resting on integrated pedestal bases, and the cloisonné wires are carefully laid to define complex scenes without crowding, showing workshop control consistent with high-quality Qing production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCloisonné vases of this size required significant material resources and skilled labor, placing them within elite or institutional contexts. Pairs were especially valued, since symmetry played a central role in Qing spatial aesthetics and ritual display, and this pair is best understood as a ceremonial ensemble valued for scale, craftsmanship and visual authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing dynasty style, Qianlong tradition; antique, over 100 years (attribution)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal body with cloisonné enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cranes, pine trees and rocky landscapes on a pale ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 116 cm each · Width approx. 35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 85 kg total (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched pair with integrated pedestal bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustoms:\u003c\/strong\u003e HS code 9706.00 · Country of origin: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent with antique cloisonné of monumental scale: minor enamel wear, surface patina and localized imperfections reflecting age and historical handling rather than later damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo modern restoration is assumed without in-hand examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFreight \u0026amp; Crating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEMS and courier services are not possible for this pair because of its size and weight; it travels by cargo only, professionally crated with vibration control and stable handling, at an estimated crated shipping weight of about 160–190 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSea freight (LCL) is the recommended method, estimated at ¥620,000–¥920,000 with a transit of 6–10 weeks. Air freight is estimated at ¥880,000–¥1,220,000 with a transit of 7–14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttribution to the Qianlong period rests on stylistic analysis and the documentation available, and should be treated as probable without in-hand examination, enamel analysis or workshop documentation. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrated in Japan and shipped insured by air or sea freight. A freight quote is confirmed with you before dispatch through our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eMuseum-Grade Logistics Suite™\u003c\/a\u003e. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/kutani-shishi-guardian-okimono-60cm-cargo\"\u003eFloor-standing Kutani shishi guardian lion\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/chinese-dragon-hundred-flowers-vase-qianlong-style-34cm\"\u003eFamille-rose dragon and hundred-flowers vase\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-polychrome-phoenix-jar-lion-finial\"\u003eQing-style polychrome phoenix jar with lion finial lid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: qing cloisonne vase pair · monumental cloisonne vases · qianlong style cloisonne · chinese cloisonne crane vase · large antique cloisonne pair · palace size cloisonne vases · chinese enamel floor vases\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51815875510565,"sku":null,"price":28485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/MonumentalPairofQingDynastyCloisonneVases_QianlongImperialStyle_ChineseEnamelware_Antique_100_Years_2.jpg?v=1767273952"},{"product_id":"northern-wei-white-jade-guanyin-520-acrylic-case-41cm","title":"Bodhisattva Guanyin sedente de jade blanco de Wei del Norte con mandorla, con inscripción de c. 520 d. C., 41 cm, vitrina de acrílico","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA white jade devotional figure attributed by inscription and style to the Northern Wei, dated around 520 CE. Seated in contemplative stillness before a circular mandorla-like backing, this 41 cm Guanyin is a statement object rather than a cabinet miniature, accompanied by a reference book, documentation and a fitted acrylic case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure reads as a Guanyin \/ Kannon-type bodhisattva, an early northern Chinese articulation of compassion iconography as it moved from court Buddhism into a wider landscape of temple commissioning and scholarly attention. Its scale places it among display-grade devotional works intended to anchor a room and command viewing distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarved from pale, creamy white jade with natural translucency and soft internal clouding, the surface shows age-appropriate mellowing rather than the sharp brightness of modern polishing. Drapery folds are disciplined and architectural, planes turning with deliberation rather than decorative excess, matching the Northern Wei preference for structural clarity. The face is serene and reserved, with a calm gaze and measured mouth line, formal and introspective rather than theatrical, and a substantial squared base supports the seated posture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accompanying documentation notes a dated inscription referencing 520 and identifies the work as Northern Wei. Together with the reference book and the fitted acrylic case, these inclusions place the object in the category of document-accompanied collecting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a private collector the work is a singular devotional anchor and a conversation piece of scholarship, its acrylic housing supporting living display in a study, listening room or contemporary interior, rewarding slow viewing in morning light and evening lamp. For an institution its value lies in legibility and teaching use: exhibition scale, a subject bridging Chinese Buddhist history and pan-East Asian reception, and a display-safe format suited to gallery narratives on Northern dynastic Buddhism, jade in religious practice or the migration of iconographic forms into Japanese collecting. It carries the kind of authority that does not shout; it simply remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seated Guanyin \/ Kannon-type bodhisattva with circular mandorla-like backing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attributed to the Northern Wei, dated around 520 CE per inscription and documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China; found in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White jade (stone)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 41 cm × W 21 cm × D 14.2 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 10.8 kg (object only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fitted acrylic display case; reference book; supplementary documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall good condition as an art object for an antiquity-grade piece, with age presence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle edge softness, minor surface irregularities and tonal variation consistent with age and handling; close-ups of edges, base corners and the mandorla element are in the photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fitted acrylic case reduces display risk; careful unboxing and padded support at every stage of handling are recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComparative Scholarship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern Wei devotional sculpture marks a crucial hinge in Buddhist visual culture: the consolidation of Chinese court Buddhism and the emergence of monumental temple programs. Hebei, a corridor of Northern dynastic movement and temple patronage, is often discussed alongside the great cave-temple traditions. Yungang, near Datong, is known for early Northern Wei imperial commissions of powerful, frontal serenity, while Longmen, near Luoyang, develops a slightly later refinement with softer transitions, more fluent drapery rhythms and evolving facial ideals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis figure's composed frontality and architectural fold logic resonate with Northern Wei sensibilities, while the calm, human scale of its expression invites the later Longmen atmosphere as a comparative lens: it sits credibly within the Northern Wei and early northern Chinese orbit of compassion imagery, where faith is made legible through restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Verification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor museum-level certainty, a pre-acquisition assessment is recommended:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGemological identification of the jade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicroscopy and UV surface review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-resolution epigraphic translation and review of the inscription and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThird-party appraisal letter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePacking Protocol\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA heavy, display-cased stone object for which professional packing is mandatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-box system with foam cradle, corner blocks, vibration buffer and sealed moisture barrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimated safe packaged weight: 28–35 kg (object, acrylic case, padding and outer carton)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating, workshop and origin rely on the inscription and accompanying papers plus stylistic alignment with northern Chinese Buddhist sculpture; without laboratory testing, museum deaccession papers or full epigraphic publication, the attribution is well supported but not absolute. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-zizai-guanyin-camphor-wood\"\u003eMonumental camphor wood Zizai Guanyin\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/northern-qi-painted-stone-bodhisattva\"\u003eNorthern Qi style painted stone bodhisattva\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/amida-nyorai-triad-edo-meiji-wooden\"\u003eAmida Nyorai triad wooden sculpture set\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: northern wei jade guanyin · white jade bodhisattva statue · ancient chinese jade buddha · inscribed jade guanyin · northern wei buddhist sculpture · large white jade carving · jade kannon statue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51819257889061,"sku":null,"price":64800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/NorthernWeiWhiteJadeGuanyinFigure_c.520CE_ScholarlyProvenanceNotes_41cmMonumentalCarvinginAcrylicCase_China_FoundinJapan_1.jpg?v=1767530716"},{"product_id":"chinese-dragon-hundred-flowers-vase-qianlong-style-34cm","title":"Jarrón chino de porcelana con dragón y flores de cien variedades en famille rose, con marca de estilo Qianlong, 34 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA large Chinese porcelain vase in Qing-dynasty taste, its cobalt-blue dragon moving through a dense famille-rose field of a hundred flowers. Power held inside beauty, it stands 34 cm tall, bears a Qianlong-style reign mark, and was preserved in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vase is decorated with a dragon passing through a sea of flowers, an image that compresses power, protection and abundance into one object. In traditional visual culture the dragon is not a villain but a cosmic regulator: rain-bringer, seasonal governor and emblem of legitimate authority. Set against a dense floral field, its message shifts from imperial austerity to cultivated prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe saturated cobalt-blue body of the dragon cuts through the warm florals to create depth and movement, while the flowers, layered across the body, build a celebratory wall of pattern. There are no empty reserves: the eye keeps finding petals, leaves, rhythmic borders and the dragon's scaled body. The polychrome overglaze enamels required repeated, controlled applications to keep the outlines clear and the palette luminous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floral field follows the hundred-flowers (wanhua) idea, a concept of abundance and seasonal plenitude rather than a literal count; peony stands for wealth, chrysanthemum for longevity, and mixed blooms for seasonal harmony. With the dragon rendered in motion across the body, the vessel reads as a guardian of the household's flow of fortune.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 34 cm tall and about 23 cm wide, with a broad shoulder, controlled neck and stable foot that carry the dense painting without looking top-heavy, it suits a pedestal, an entryway, a tokonoma-like niche or a pairing with blue-and-white forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing-dynasty taste (period not confirmed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China; found and preserved in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain (or fine ceramic) with polychrome overglaze enamels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cobalt-blue dragon on a famille-rose floral field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 34 cm · Width approx. 23 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon amid a dense hundred-flowers (wanhua) field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qianlong-style reign mark (Qianlong nian zhi style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinforced double-boxing, edge protection and internal cushioning; suitable for premium parcel service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo standout damage is noted; minor age and handling marks consistent with display and storage should be expected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible condition is best judged from the photographs; ceramics should be treated as potentially fragile and handled accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatalogued as a Chinese work in Qing-dynasty taste; the Qianlong-style mark indicates stylistic lineage and is not presented as proof of period, and without lab testing or workshop documentation any period attribution is stylistic rather than guaranteed. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-polychrome-phoenix-jar-lion-finial\"\u003eQing-style polychrome phoenix jar with lion finial lid\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-kutani-maneki-neko\"\u003eMonumental Kutani gilded maneki-neko\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-celadon-qilin-guardian-pair\"\u003eCeladon porcelain qilin guardian pair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: famille rose dragon vase · chinese hundred flowers vase · qianlong mark dragon vase · large chinese porcelain dragon vase · wanhua famille rose vase · chinese dragon vase found in japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51819891523877,"sku":null,"price":18950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/LargeQing_StyleFamille_RoseDragonVaseChinesePorcelainArt_1.jpg?v=1767506775"},{"product_id":"imperial-style-chinese-dragon-porcelain-lidded-jar-30cm","title":"Tarro chino de porcelana policromada de estilo imperial con tapa, dragón de esmalte rojo y nubes, 30 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA rounded porcelain jar with a domed, finialed lid, around which a red enamel dragon coils through clouds and flames on a pale ground. Drawing on Ming–Qing imperial revival imagery, it stands approximately 30 cm and makes a composed, symbolic anchor for a console, cabinet or pedestal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jar takes the classic rounded silhouette of ceremonial storage and display vessels. A sinuous dragon in red enamel coils across a pale ground with cloud and flame accents, and a domed lid with finial completes the symmetrical, authoritative profile. The effect is controlled richness: decorative density balanced by a clear central motif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese visual culture the dragon represents imperial authority, vitality and cosmic power, and red amplifies the symbolism with associations of prosperity, celebration and auspicious energy. On a lidded jar the image suggests containment and guardianship, power held and preserved rather than dispersed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jar is glazed porcelain with polychrome overglaze enamels over a stable white body. Scales, whiskers and limbs are articulated in layered brushwork rather than flat color, and cloud scrolls create motion and depth across the curve. The lid is proportioned to align with the shoulder, where any imbalance would show at once, and lid and body remain well mated after kiln contraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo firm dating is stated. The decorative vocabulary draws on Ming–Qing imperial revival aesthetics, and such pieces are commonly made as high-quality decorative works echoing courtly imagery for modern collectors; the appeal lies in symbolic clarity, painterly confidence and the completeness of the lidded form. It suits console tables, cabinets and shrine-like displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not dated; Ming–Qing imperial revival style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China (stylistic attribution)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed porcelain with polychrome overglaze enamels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red enamel dragon on a pale ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height (with lid) approx. 30.0 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded lidded jar with domed lid and finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon with cloud and flame accents; cloud scrolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery good condition, with no major chips, cracks or restorations noted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all lidded porcelain, please examine the rim edges and lid seat carefully in the photographs, which form an integral part of the condition description.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo independent authentication or conservation reports are included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultural attribution is stylistic rather than documentary, as no supporting marks are cited; information derives from the available documentation and visual review. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-japanese-blue-white-crane-porcelain-floor-vase\"\u003eJapanese blue and white crane floor vase\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-kutani-foo-fu-lion-dog\"\u003eKutani iron-red shishi guardian lion\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/qing-famille-rose-gilt-dragon-peony-vase-47cm\"\u003eFamille rose gilt dragon and peony vase\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: chinese dragon lidded jar · red dragon porcelain jar · imperial style chinese jar with lid · polychrome dragon ginger jar · jingdezhen style dragon jar · chinese porcelain jar 30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51820052906277,"sku":null,"price":8450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/Imperial-StyleChineseDragonJarwithLid_PolychromePorcelain_30cmLiddedDecorativeVessel_1.png?v=1767515194"},{"product_id":"qing-dynasty-dragon-floral-paired-vases","title":"Pareja de jarrones de porcelana Famille Rose de estilo renacentista Qing, con dragones y motivos florales, sobre soportes de bronce dorado, fondo amarillo, 29 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eYellow, the color of the Qing court, grounds this pair of famille rose vases, each centered on a coiling dragon medallion and flanked by elephant-mask handles. At 29 cm they are modest in height, but their gilt bronze stands and their survival as a pair, kept together in Japan, give them the authority of a ceremonial gateway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matched pair of Chinese porcelain vases exemplifies Qing dynasty revival decorative art, combining vibrant famille rose enamels with auspicious dragon iconography. Produced as a unified pair, the vessels were designed for symmetry, visual authority and formal display rather than utilitarian use. Each has a radiant yellow enamel ground historically associated with imperial presence, overlaid with dense floral scrollwork and a central dragon medallion symbolizing power, protection and prosperity, while elephant-mask handles at the shoulders reinforce classical symbolism of strength and guardianship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Qing visual culture paired forms were not aesthetic redundancies but philosophical instruments: balance (和), order (序) and mirrored authority were encoded into the object itself. Vases made as a pair were meant to occupy space together, flanking thresholds, altars or axial interiors to create a visual gate through which power, blessing and legitimacy symbolically passed. The dragon works on several registers: at once imperial, a creature without equal governing rain, fertility and cosmic mandate, and, in its coiling movement around the body, a vertical cosmogram rising from earth at the foot to celestial command near the shoulder and rim, mirroring a Qing cosmology in which hierarchy was spatial, moral and metaphysical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chromatic strategy matters equally. The yellow ground signals proximity to imperial taste and court-sanctioned palettes even when produced outside the inner court kilns, a coded privilege instantly legible to Qing viewers as an elite register. The enamels over it show controlled saturation and confident linework, suggesting a workshop with a skilled division of labor rather than an amateur hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gilt bronze stands and fittings add a further layer. Such mounts were often later additions, commissioned to raise ceramics into permanent display objects for elite interiors, and their presence shows the vases were treated as heirlooms worth reinforcing and preserving. Although Chinese in origin, works of this nature were actively collected and preserved in Japan during the late Meiji and Showa periods, and this pair reflects that cross-cultural appreciation. Pairs were far more often separated over time through inheritance divisions, dispersal or damage, so their continued unity suggests careful stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday the vases work as architectural anchors for symmetrical placement in grand interiors, gallery-like stair landings or hospitality settings, projecting authority through proportion, repetition and symbolic density rather than sheer scale: a visual thesis on Qing taste, hierarchy and the long afterlife of imperial symbolism beyond the court.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing dynasty revival period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China; collected in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain with famille rose enamels; gilt bronze stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow enamel ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 29 cm each · Width approx. 12 cm each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon medallions, floral scrollwork, elephant-mask handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched pair on gilt bronze stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight, age-appropriate wear consistent with decorative display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented as Qing dynasty revival porcelain; the gilt bronze mounts may be later additions, as was common for display pieces of this kind. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/yuan-dynastystyle-blue-white-dragon-jar-applied-handles-lid\"\u003ePair of Qing revival famille rose dragon vases\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-japanese-crane-porcelain-floor-vase\"\u003eMonumental polychrome crane porcelain floor vase\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-celadon-qilin-guardian-pair\"\u003eCeladon porcelain qilin guardian pair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: famille rose dragon vase pair · yellow ground chinese vases · chinese vases gilt bronze stands · qing revival porcelain pair · elephant handle chinese vase · dragon medallion vase · chinese porcelain vase pair 29 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51820136923429,"sku":null,"price":15720.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/vase_1.png?v=1767520268"},{"product_id":"yuan-dynastystyle-blue-white-dragon-jar-applied-handles-lid","title":"Jarra de dragón azul y blanco de estilo dinastía Yuan - asas de dragón aplicadas y tapa - recipiente monumental de estilo renacentista clásico, 40 cm","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQing Dynasty Revival Paired Dragon \u0026amp; Floral Porcelain Vases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matched pair of Chinese porcelain vases exemplifies Qing dynasty revival decorative art, combining vibrant famille rose enamels with auspicious dragon iconography. Produced as a unified pair, the vessels were designed for symmetry, visual authority, and formal display rather than utilitarian use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach vase features a radiant yellow enamel ground historically associated with imperial presence, overlaid with dense floral scrollwork and a central dragon medallion symbolizing power, protection, and prosperity. Elephant‑mask handles at the shoulders reinforce classical Chinese decorative symbolism tied to strength and guardianship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted on elaborate gilt bronze stands, the vases are elevated into sculptural display objects suitable for altars, cabinets, or architectural interiors. Their paired configuration enhances balance and collector desirability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough Chinese in origin, works of this nature were actively collected and preserved in Japan during the late Meiji and Showa periods. This example reflects that cross‑cultural appreciation and survives with light age‑appropriate wear consistent with decorative display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese paired dragon vases should not be read merely as decorative porcelains, but as material statements of late-imperial continuity, authority, and ritualized symmetry. In Qing visual culture, paired forms were not aesthetic redundancies; they were philosophical instruments. Balance (和), order (序), and mirrored authority were encoded into the object itself. When vases were produced as a pair, they were intended to occupy space together—flanking thresholds, altars, or axial interiors—creating a visual gate through which power, blessing, and legitimacy symbolically passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dragon iconography here operates on multiple registers simultaneously. At its most immediate level, the dragon is imperial: a creature without equal, governing rain, fertility, and cosmic mandate. At a deeper level, the dragon’s coiling movement around the vessel body transforms the vase into a vertical cosmogram—earth at the foot, ascension through the body, and celestial command near the shoulder and rim. This vertical narrative is not incidental; it mirrors Qing cosmology itself, where hierarchy was spatial, moral, and metaphysical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEqually important is the chromatic strategy. The yellow ground historically signals proximity to imperial taste and court-sanctioned palettes, even when produced outside the inner court kilns. Yellow functions not merely as color, but as coded privilege—instantly legible to Qing viewers as an elite register. The enamels applied over this ground show controlled saturation and confident linework, suggesting a workshop operating with skilled division of labor rather than amateur hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bronze-mounted bases and fittings further complicate the reading. Such mounts were often later additions, commissioned to elevate ceramic works into more permanent display objects suitable for elite interiors. Their presence signals that these vases were not treated as transient utensils, but as heirloom objects—worth reinforcing, preserving, and visually anchoring. This hybridization of ceramic and metal speaks to a collecting culture already thinking in generational terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a collector’s standpoint, the value here is not only visual impact but conceptual completeness. Surviving as a matched pair dramatically increases both rarity and historical coherence. Pairs were far more likely to be separated over time due to inheritance divisions, sales, or damage. 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They command space without relying on excess scale alone; instead, they project authority through proportion, repetition, and symbolic density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not merely an object pair to be owned, but a visual thesis on Qing taste, hierarchy, and the long afterlife of imperial symbolism beyond the court itself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: China (Qing dynasty revival period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Porcelain with famille rose enamels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration: Dragon medallions, floral motifs, elephant‑mask handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: approx. 29 cm each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: approx. 12 cm each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts: Gilt bronze stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: Matched pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Resonance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for collectors of Chinese decorative arts, Qing revival porcelain, and East Asian interior architecture. Particularly suitable for paired placement in formal spaces requiring symbolic balance and visual authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- INTERNAL SEO KEYWORDS (BURIED) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: none;\"\u003eqing dynasty porcelain, chinese dragon vase, famille rose porcelain, chinese paired vases, gilt bronze mounted vase, imperial style chinese art, antique chinese decorative porcelain, dragon medallion vase, east asian decorative art, chinese revival porcelain, collector porcelain pair, asian interior decor statement piece, chinese floral enamel vase, museum grade chinese porcelain\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Stewardship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvaluated under the Japonista Authentication Framework™:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial, carving, and surface-study comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconographic and stylistic verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition and stability review (surface integrity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction assessment and handling-risk evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed 100% Authentic.\u003c\/strong\u003e Covered by the \u003cstrong\u003eJaponista Lifetime Authenticity Warranty™\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Stewardship and Collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Japonista, we approach Buddhist statues, sacred images, and ritual objects not merely as collectibles, but as cultural and spiritual artifacts deserving of respect, understanding, and careful presentation. 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Its mixed-material refinement speaks the language of late imperial interiors, where enamel, bronze and jade together marked hospitality, hierarchy and cultivated taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monumental Chinese cloisonné wine ewer is executed in Qing-dynasty court style, with dense turquoise-ground enamel, sculptural gilt-bronze mounts, a carved jade medallion as centerpiece and a zoomorphic pouring spout. It reflects the mature decorative vocabulary of late imperial Chinese court aesthetics, where technical virtuosity and material richness combined to produce objects for both ceremonial function and elite interior display. Its commanding silhouette, elevated handle structure and sculptural spout place it firmly among statement objects rather than utilitarian ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe enamel body is worked in dense cloisonné, with tightly packed wire partitions forming a continuous ornamental field, evenly distributed enamel fills, consistent coloration and controlled surface leveling. The turquoise ground acts as a visual anchor, letting the surrounding motifs and metallic elements read with clarity and depth. Cloisonné of this kind required sequential firing cycles, precise temperature control and close workshop coordination, making such vessels inherently labor-intensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bronze elements are structural rather than applied: the cast spout, handle framework and fittings act as architectural extensions of the form, reinforcing the vessel's weight and presence, while warm-toned gilding supplies contrast and material hierarchy and retains strong definition. At the center, the carved jade medallion introduces a second material language. Jade, traditionally associated with moral virtue, continuity, longevity and status, lifts the object beyond enamelware alone, and the deliberate pairing of cloisonné and jade signals a decorative hierarchy in which mixed-material refinement served as a visual marker of authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese decorative tradition, wine ewers were markers of hospitality, ritual continuity and social hierarchy, and cloisonné enamel, refined through imperial workshops, became associated with formality and visual authority. Whether commissioned for ritual wine service or created as a prestige object, this ewer reads as a fully resolved decorative form rather than a hybrid curiosity, aligned with Qing-style production for high-level interiors, scholar environments or ceremonial display. Its scale, mixed-media execution and architectural form make it a centerpiece for serious Asian art collections or refined interior installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing-dynasty court style (stylistic attribution)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloisonné enamel on a turquoise ground; cast bronze spout, handle framework and fittings; warm-toned gilding; carved jade medallion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine ewer with elevated handle and zoomorphic pouring spout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 44 cm · Width approx. 28 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Estimated approx. 6.5–7.0 kg; estimated packed weight 10–12 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisually strong overall condition with no apparent structural damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface wear consistent with age and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGilt surfaces retain strong definition, suggesting controlled handling and careful preservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors are advised to review all images carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ewer corresponds stylistically to Qing-dynasty decorative traditions, and its execution reflects workshop standards aligned with elite decorative production rather than commercial export ware; exact court attribution is not claimed, and no third-party material assay or institutional documentation is included. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/ussr-soviet-soyuz-sokol-kv2-space-suit-kazbek-seat-museum-artifact-cargo\"\u003eSoyuz Sokol KV-2 suit and Kazbek seat group\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Bushido\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eArmory \u0026amp; Export\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmor, sword fittings and historical militaria travel with export paperwork, custom crating and insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003ePlan a museum-grade shipment →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: chinese cloisonne wine ewer · cloisonne ewer jade medallion · qing style cloisonne · turquoise cloisonne vessel · gilt bronze cloisonne ewer · chinese enamel ewer large · imperial style cloisonne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51820200919333,"sku":null,"price":21800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/IM1F87_1.jpg?v=1767523508"},{"product_id":"qing-famille-rose-gilt-dragon-peony-vase-47cm","title":"Jarrón de porcelana Famille Rose de estilo dinastía Qing, con decoración de dragón dorado y peonías, monumental, 47 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA dragon swirls through peony blossoms across this 47 cm porcelain vase, its famille rose palette pushed to high contrast with light-catching gold. Made in Qing dynasty taste, it pairs power with prosperity and anchors a foyer, console or cabinet with the presence of a heraldic emblem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monumental vase is designed for impact: a tall, architectural silhouette wrapped in dense color and gold, with a swirling dragon moving through peony blossoms. It reads immediately as collector decor rather than simple ornament, an object meant to anchor a room, command a console or stand as a focal point in an entryway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface language is rooted in the famille rose tradition, a soft, layered palette built from overglaze enamels, here treated in an intentionally high-contrast, celebratory key. Gold accents create light-catching geometry across the body; as the vase turns, the gilt flashes in bands and the dragon's movement comes alive. Peony blooms, long associated with abundance and prestige, soften the dragon's force with cultivated, courtly elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese visual tradition the dragon is power, vitality, weather and authority, a force that shapes conditions rather than merely surviving them. Paired with peonies, the message becomes power with prosperity, a combination prized for both symbolism and interior storytelling; in a room the vase functions almost like a heraldic element, signaling ambition, taste and narrative intent. It suits collectors who want scale and ornament that read across a room, and those building a chinoiserie wall, a blue-and-gold palette story or a dragon-motif shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForm matters as much as painting. At this size a vase can easily feel top-heavy, but here the widest mass sits low and the shoulder rises into a controlled neck and mouth, so the eye reads stability first and detail second. It anchors an entryway or foyer, sits well on a console or credenza with warm woods, lacquer, brass and dark stone, takes the central role in a display cabinet, and makes a rich backdrop for product photography or editorial interior shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China (Qing dynasty taste \/ revival style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain; famille rose overglaze enamels with gilt accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon and peony blossoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 47 cm · Width approx. 36 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 7.5 kg (visual estimate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacked estimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~15–20 kg in a double box with foam cradle, carton ~65 × 55 × 55 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vase only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong overall presentation, with bright color, intact gilding and no obvious large structural damage visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with most glazed porcelain, minor surface wear, tiny pinpricks, kiln freckles or micro abrasions may exist under strong light; the photographs are the final condition reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reign-style mark may be present; without workshop documentation or a direct provenance chain, any reign attribution is stylistic rather than guaranteed period-authentic, and the vase is presented as a decorative arts object in Qing dynasty taste, evaluated from construction, painting language and mark style. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-japanese-blue-white-crane-porcelain-floor-vase\"\u003eJapanese blue and white crane floor vase\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/imperial-style-chinese-dragon-porcelain-lidded-jar-30cm\"\u003eChinese red dragon lidded porcelain jar\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-kutani-maneki-neko-left-paw-ceramic-sculpture\"\u003eLarge left-paw Kutani maneki-neko\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: famille rose dragon vase · chinese dragon and peony vase · qing style porcelain vase · gilt famille rose vase · large chinese porcelain vase 47 cm · chinoiserie dragon vase · famille rose peony vase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51820221235493,"sku":null,"price":7680.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/QingDynasty-StyleFamilleRose_GiltDragon-PeonyVase_Monumental47cmPorcelainStatementPiece_1.jpg?v=1767524415"},{"product_id":"large-polychrome-phoenix-jar-lion-finial","title":"Jarra china grande policromada con fénix y tapa con remate de león - recipiente decorativo monumental de estilo dinastía Qing, 69 cm","description":"\u003c!-- NOTE: HR dividers are placed before each major section for scan-friendly reading. --\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monumental porcelain vase is designed for impact: a tall, architectural silhouette (approx. 47 cm) wrapped in dense color and gold, with a swirling dragon moving through peony blossoms. It reads immediately as collector decor rather than simple ornament—an object meant to anchor a room, command a console, or stand as a focal point in an entryway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface language is rooted in the famille rose tradition (a soft, layered palette built from overglaze enamels), but here the treatment is intentionally high-contrast and celebratory. Gold accents create light-catching geometry across the body: when the vase is rotated, the gilt catches in bands and flashes, making the dragon’s movement feel alive. Peony blooms—long associated with abundance and prestige—soften the dragon’s force with a cultivated, courtly elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dragon motif carries a second layer of meaning beyond decoration. In Chinese visual tradition, the dragon is power, vitality, weather, and authority; it represents a force that shapes conditions rather than merely surviving them. Paired with peonies, the message becomes power with prosperity—a combination collectors often seek for both symbolism and interior storytelling. In a room, this kind of object functions almost like a heraldic element: it signals ambition, taste, and narrative intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForm matters here as much as painting. At this size, a vase can easily feel top-heavy or visually unstable; this one reads balanced because the widest mass sits low, then the shoulder rises into a controlled neck and mouth. That profile is what makes it work in museum-shelf placements—your eye reads stability first, then detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarks \u0026amp; Attribution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reign-style mark may be present (often seen on decorative wares). Without workshop documentation or a direct provenance chain, any reign attribution should be treated as stylistic rather than guaranteed period-authentic. We present this as a high-quality decorative arts object in Qing dynasty taste—valued for scale, finish, and visual authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall presentation appears strong with bright color, intact gilding presence, and no obvious large structural damage visible in the provided images. As with most glazed porcelain, minor surface wear, tiny pinpricks, kiln freckles, or micro abrasions may exist under strong light. Please treat the photos as the final condition authority; we can provide a condition confirmation add-on if you want extra certainty before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large decorative porcelain vase (famille rose palette with gilt accents)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon and peony blossoms (power + prosperity symbolism)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height 47 cm; width 36 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China (Qing dynasty taste \/ revival style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat’s included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vase only (no additional accessories noted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Lives in a Space\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntryway or foyer anchor:\u003c\/strong\u003e a single statement object that instantly sets a luxury tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsole or credenza:\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with warm woods, lacquer, brass, and dark stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay cabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a centerpiece role among smaller objects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudio backdrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e visually rich for product photography or editorial interior shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector Relevance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is for buyers who want scale and ornament—an object that reads expensive across a room, not only up close. It also suits collectors building a chinoiserie wall, a blue-and-gold palette story, or a dragon-motif shelf where symbolism matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Resonance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you love objects that behave like characters—bold, theatrical, and unmistakably present—this vase will feel right. It’s for the collector who wants a room to have a signature, not just decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSituational Options \/ Add-Ons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite-Glove Packing Upgrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e double-box + foam cradle + edge guards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptional Wooden Crate:\u003c\/strong\u003e recommended for long-haul \/ high-risk lanes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Confirmation Report:\u003c\/strong\u003e photo checklist + chip\/crack scan under raking light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate Client Photo Set:\u003c\/strong\u003e detail angles, base, mouth rim, gilding macro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGift-ready Presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e note card + clean unbranded outer shipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandling tier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragile ceramic \/ large-format decorative object (professional packing recommended).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated item weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~7.5 kg (visual estimate for a vase of this size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated packed weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~15~20 kg (double-box + foam cradle)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated packed carton:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~65 × 55 × 55 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence \u0026amp; Verification Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe evaluate period claims from visible construction, painting language, and mark style. 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If you want maximum certainty, request the Condition Confirmation Report add-on before checkout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse related works curated under the same standards in our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/asian-ceramics\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- INTERNAL SEO KEYWORDS (HIDDEN) \nqing dynasty style famille rose vase, qianlong nian zhi mark style porcelain, gilt famille rose peony dragon vase, large chinese porcelain vase 47cm, hand painted enamel dragon floral vase, ornamental porcelain art object, chinese antique style vase for collectors, high relief gilt handles vase, vintage chinese porcelain display piece, museum grade chinoiserie centerpiece, palace style famille rose gilded vase, decorative porcelain vase with dragons, peony blossom and dragon symbolism, prosperity luck power dragon motif, romantic floral famille rose palette, fine gilt detailing on porcelain, collector ceramics investment piece, statement vase for luxury interior, cabinet of curiosities porcelain, sothebys style chinese porcelain, christies style chinese ceramics, trocadero asian antiques porcelain, fine asian decorative arts vase, qing revival porcelain vase, qianlong mark decorative vase, chinese porcelain with gilt highlights, hand detailed porcelain vase, chinoiserie entryway floor vase, mantelpiece porcelain vase, curated asian decor object, rare large famille rose vase, floral dragon porcelain art, gilded peony dragon vase, antique look chinese vase, traditional chinese motifs vase, dragon chasing pearl motif, peony flower of wealth motif, imperial court style porcelain, famille rose enamel painting, gold and enamel porcelain vase, collectible decorative arts, asian art home decor, luxury collectible ceramics, high end porcelain display, interior styling statement vessel, ornamental porcelain sculpture, curated japan marketplace, premium proxy art logistics, japonista concierge logistics, secure worldwide shipping, insurance ready packing, double boxed fragile shipping, export compliant hs code 6913, country of origin china, famille rose dragons and blossoms vase, gilt dragon handles porcelain, qianlong era inspired porcelain, qing period taste porcelain, antique chinese vase decor, vase for foyer console table, luxury asian centerpiece vase, collectible chinese porcelain vase, hand painted floral scrollwork, dense gilt overglaze decoration, polychrome enamel painting on porcelain, oriental porcelain vase large, asian decor vase dragon, fine decorative arts porcelain, estate decor porcelain vase, collector grade chinoiserie vessel, rare porcelain vase with gilt, floral medallion dragon vase, traditional motifs porcelain vase, premium ceramic art object, high value decorative vase, import export customs hs 6913.10, porcelain ornamental article hs code, china porcelain decorative article, fragile art shipping worldwide, white glove packing option, private client concierge service, luxury gift for collectors, asian antiques collector piece, fine porcelain with gold detailing, statement vase for luxury shelves\n--\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Stewardship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEvaluated under the Japonista Authentication Framework™:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial, carving, and surface-study comparison\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconographic and stylistic verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition and stability review (surface integrity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction assessment and handling-risk evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed 100% Authentic.\u003c\/strong\u003e Covered by the \u003cstrong\u003eJaponista Lifetime Authenticity Warranty™\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Stewardship and Collecting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Japonista, we approach Buddhist statues, sacred images, and ritual objects not merely as collectibles, but as cultural and spiritual artifacts deserving of respect, understanding, and careful presentation. 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Whether your interest is devotional, scholarly, or aesthetic, we are here to help guide your journey with clarity and respect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor select high-value or historically significant works, private reservation or structured payment arrangements may be available on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to discuss eligibility and discreet options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore Proceeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe kindly encourage collectors to review our shop policies and house guidelines, available through the links in our website footer, which outline shipping, handling, and conditions specific to vintage, sacred, and collectible works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Closing Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThank you for exploring Japonista’s collection of Oriental Cultural Heritage and arts. 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Tiered pagoda finials rise from their backs, joining the elephant's symbolism of peace, strength and auspicious rule to Buddhist cosmology and temple form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matched pair of elephant-form cloisonné censers is executed in the imperial-style Qing revival tradition, combining dense polychrome enamel with gilt bronze structural elements and architectural pagoda finials. They were designed as ceremonial display objects evoking court ritual, prosperity symbolism and imperial authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair draws directly on Qing court decorative traditions in which cloisonné was not mere ornament but a symbolic medium expressing imperial order, prosperity and ritual hierarchy. Elephants (象) hold a privileged place in Chinese visual culture, long associated with peace, strength, wisdom and auspicious governance; in court settings their imagery conveyed stability of rule and the balance between power and benevolence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bodies are built in robust, heavy metal and entirely enveloped in densely packed cloisonné with intricate wire partitioning. The decoration follows a disciplined compositional logic of repeating scrolls, lotus-derived motifs and regimented color fields arranged for symmetry and visual authority, in a palette dominated by saturated blues, greens and iron reds consistent with high-court revival aesthetics rather than folk or export production. Gilt bronze articulates the structural transitions, at tusks, harness details, feet and framing bands, raising the objects from decorative vessels to ceremonial art, while the tiered pagoda finials link the censers to Buddhist cosmology and temple ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a pair the censers operate as one sculptural ensemble. Their scale, weight and formal symmetry strongly suggest production for display rather than everyday incense burning; such works were historically placed in halls, at altars or in reception spaces as statements of cultural authority and refined taste. They suit collections of Chinese cloisonné, imperial revival decorative arts and large-scale ceremonial display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine\/Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imperial-style Qing revival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy metal body fully surfaced in cloisonné enamel; gilt bronze mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturated blues, greens and iron reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 58.8 cm (each) · Width approx. 35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 16.5 kg total (pair)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elephant form; scrolls and lotus-derived motifs; tiered pagoda-form finials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall condition consistent with display-grade decorative art; no structural instability observed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface condition aligns with age and handling; please review the photographs carefully for detailed condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented as imperial-style Qing revival work, a stylistic attribution; no maker's marks, period or documentation are stated. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-three-way-gold-butsudan-palace-183cm\"\u003eMonumental three-way opening gold butsudan cabinet\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/japanese-buddhist-altar-ensemble-zushi\"\u003eMulti-figure Buddhist altar ensemble in zushi shrine\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-otaniha-guden-gold-butsudan-black-lacquer-124w-180h-80d\"\u003eMonumental Otani-ha gold butsudan, 180 cm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? 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Conceived as display-grade incense furniture rather than utilitarian incense ware, it is heavy, architectural and well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cloisonné incense burner, executed in Qing court revival style, exemplifies the late-imperial Chinese decorative tradition in which metalwork, enamel and hardstone carving are unified into a single architectural object. Its square, pavilion-like proportions follow those of palace ritual burners: it is raised on stylized feet and framed by vertical jade columns that act both as visual anchors and as symbolic guardians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe turquoise enamel ground is densely worked with polychrome scrollwork, consistent with Qing-era court aesthetics that favored saturation, surface complexity and chromatic authority. Gilt bronze mounts articulate the edges, corners and feet, giving both structural reinforcement and visual hierarchy, and the lid and upper elements are crowned with carved jade lion finials. Lion imagery in jade traditionally signifies protection and authority; joined to the incense ritual form, it points to ceremonial use within elite or court-influenced interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than a domestic censer, the burner belongs to the category of display-grade incense furniture, intended for temple halls, scholar interiors or elite reception spaces where incense served ceremonial and symbolic purposes. Its scale, weight and material richness place it among collector-grade Chinese decorative arts, for collectors of Chinese cloisonné, Qing-style decorative arts and ceremonial incense objects with architectural presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing dynasty style (court revival)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper body with dense cloisonné enamel; gilt bronze mounts; carved jade lion finials and columns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turquoise ground with polychrome scrollwork; gilt mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 36 × 27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substantial construction; heavy display object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall well preserved, with intact enamel, mounts and carved elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface details are shown in the photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePacking \u0026amp; Freight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe burner is professionally packed for international transport. Its estimated packaged weight exceeds standard parcel thresholds, so courier or freight service is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescribed as Qing-style court revival work; no date, mark or documentation is stated. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrated in Japan and shipped insured by air or sea freight. A freight quote is confirmed with you before dispatch through our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eMuseum-Grade Logistics Suite™\u003c\/a\u003e. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-otaniha-guden-gold-butsudan-black-lacquer-122w-177h-80d\"\u003eOtani-ha guden-style gold butsudan, 177 cm\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/japanese-sanbo-son-zushi-altar\"\u003eEdo Sanbōson triad in wooden zushi\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/zenshoji-style-amida-triad-zushi\"\u003eZenkō-ji style Amida triad in zushi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. 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Hung together they read as one architectural installation, a rhythmic gallery wall of heritage needlework at true interior scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented as a vertical textile suite, the screen joins four flower-and-bird scenes rendered with controlled thread density and careful color transitions, designed to read as a unified wall installation when hung together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlower-and-bird subjects sit at the heart of classical Chinese decorative art, pairing botanical abundance with avian vitality. 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Hung as a set of four it is tall, elegant and visually commanding, especially suited to an entry hall, stair landing or long corridor wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th century (by visual assessment)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand embroidery on a red ground (fiber not independently analyzed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturated red ground; polychrome embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each panel overall approx. 203 × 54 cm · Artwork area per panel approx. 177 × 42.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four panels, offered as a set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packed with particular care against creasing and edge abrasion, given panel length and count\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall presentation is strong, with craftsmanship and structure reading cleanly in the photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all vintage textiles, minor age-related handling traces or tonal variation may be present; review the images closely for surface and color under your own lighting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDating and material descriptions reflect category context and visual assessment from photographs. No third-party textile analysis accompanies the set, so period and fiber should be treated as best-faith estimates and confirmed by close inspection on arrival. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/popy-ultraman-life-size-soft-vinyl-store-display-figure-123\"\u003ePopy 123 cm Ultraman soft vinyl store display\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/mad-max-wasteland-custom-machines-set-pocket-bike-buggy\"\u003eWasteland custom pocket bike and buggy set\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/museum-grade-kamen-rider-cyclone-custom-motorcycle-full-scale-collectible\"\u003eKamen Rider Cyclone full-scale custom motorcycle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kimono \u0026amp; Textile\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTextile Heritage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a particular weave, crest or period garment, the Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for you, and the Restoration \u0026amp; Documentation Lab™ prepares condition reports for heirloom textiles. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/hunting-salon%E2%84%A2\"\u003eOpen a textile request →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: antique chinese embroidery panels · chinese embroidered hanging screen · 19th century chinese embroidery · flower and bird embroidery · chinese textile wall art · red chinese embroidery panels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51820346868005,"sku":null,"price":37980.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/19thCenturyChineseSilkEmbroideryFour-PanelHangingScreen_Flower_BirdMotif_MonumentalRedTextileWallArt_1.jpg?v=1767533711"},{"product_id":"shoushan-stone-six-buddha-shrine-incense-burner","title":"Quemador de incienso de santuario de seis Budas en piedra Shoushan china, grupo de altar tallado, período Qing tardío a republicano","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eThree small shrine towers rise from one carved base, a seated Buddha at each summit and more figures resting in niches below. Carved from Shoushan stone in the late Qing to Republican period, this incense burner works as a portable, mandala-like altar rather than a simple censer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sculptural incense burner and altar ensemble is carved from Shoushan stone, presenting six seated Buddhas arranged within a tripartite shrine architecture. More than a functional censer, it operates as a miniature devotional altar, embodying spatial symbolism and ritual presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike single-figure censers, the work sets out a spatial cosmology: three miniature shrine towers rise symmetrically, each crowned with a seated Buddha, while additional figures reside within recessed niches below. The arrangement evokes a portable, mandala-like altar suggesting layered realms of veneration rather than a single focal icon, a complexity that places it closer to altar sculpture than to utilitarian incense ware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoushan stone is prized for its waxy translucence, mineral depth and natural color stratification. Here warm reddish-brown, charcoal and pale ochre tones interact across the carved surfaces, the natural veining acting as compositional texture rather than flaw. The stone's softness allowed fine detailing while preserving mass and gravitas, and its translucence and mineral patterning enhance the carving, while age-softened edges and patina attest to historical handling and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece reflects a transitional moment in Chinese religious art, late Qing to early Republican, when temple sculpture increasingly blended folk religiosity with scholar aesthetics and architectural form. The Buddhas are rendered with restrained expressions, compact proportions and meditative stillness, in contrast to the architectural dynamism of the shrine form. Wear, soft edge rounding and patina are consistent with age and ritual handling, marking a lived religious artifact rather than a decorative revival piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six Buddhas are not individually named; their arrangement suggests a collective devotional grouping rather than a single doctrinal figure. Such sets are commonly associated with generalized Buddha reverence, ancestral merit-making or household altar practice, where multiplicity symbolizes completeness, continuity and protection. A substantial altar object, it suits floor display, low altar placement or collector cabinet installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Qing to early Republican period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shoushan stone (寿山石)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm reddish-brown, charcoal and pale ochre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height 36.8 cm · Width 42.5 cm · Depth 20 cm (approx.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved, assembled shrine architecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unified base with three shrine towers and six figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural stone surface with aged patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incense burner \/ altar sculpture \/ devotional object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible age-related wear and surface patina; structurally stable as photographed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor surface abrasions consistent with stone carving and ritual use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft edge rounding from handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo evidence of modern re-carving or artificial distress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease review all images carefully; condition is consistent with an antique devotional stone object.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttribution to Shoushan stone and to the late Qing–Republican period rests on material characteristics, carving style and comparison with similar examples; no workshop or regional attribution is documented, and none is claimed. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bato-kannon-zushi-eight-armed-polychrome-wood-37cm\"\u003eBato Kannon polychrome wood zushi\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/antique-japanese-komainu-guardian-lion-dog-pair\"\u003eLate Edo wooden polychrome komainu pair\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-bronze-incense-burner-pedestal-shishi-finial-51cm\"\u003ePedestal bronze kōro with shishi finial\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: shoushan stone carving · chinese buddha incense burner · six buddha shrine carving · late qing stone censer · shoushan stone altar · chinese devotional stone sculpture · carved stone buddhist shrine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51827963822373,"sku":null,"price":4170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/ChineseShoushanStoneSix-BuddhaShrineIncenseBurnerSet_SculpturalAltarGroup_LateQingtoRepublicanPeriod_5.jpg?v=1767679000"},{"product_id":"gilt-bronze-shishi-guardian-pair-okimono-22cm","title":"Pareja de okimono de leones guardianes Shishi de bronce en tono dorado, protectores de umbral de estilo Qing, 22 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eSet at a doorway or flanking a shelf, a pair of shishi has long marked the boundary between ordinary and guarded space. These gilt-toned bronze lions, about 22 cm tall, combine full manes, open jaws and densely worked surfaces, and their compact scale only concentrates the play of light and shadow across every plane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gilt-toned bronze Shishi guardian pair presents two compact yet powerfully modeled lions with pronounced manes, open mouths and dense surface work. At approximately 22 cm tall, the set reads as a true threshold pair: small enough for a console or low plinth, but visually commanding at close range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shishi motif functions as a protective emblem associated with guarding entrances and transitional spaces. Displayed as a pair, the forms create a ceremonial gate presence, an object language of vigilance and spatial order suited to entryways, study shelves and curated interior vignettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike porcelain or enamelled ceramic Shishi, bronze okimono emphasize relief, shadow and tactile authority. The gilded tone heightens highlight-and-depth contrast across the mane, scales and facial planes, producing strong readability under warm interior lighting. Compared with Kutani ceramic examples, the experience is less about polychrome patterning and more about sculptural presence, durability and shadow depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece has been associated with a Chinese Qing-era style. It is presented as a Chinese-style guardian pair offered from Japan, and period claims are best treated as stylistic unless supported by provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze or metal okimono, guardian lion pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese Qing-era style (stylistic attribution)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze or metal with a gilt tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shishi guardian lions, paired threshold set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. D 20 cm; W 13 cm; H 22 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 6.5 kg (likely the weight of the pair); packed weight approx. 8.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo conspicuous damage, with typical age-related handling and surface variability for a pre-owned object.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease review the photos closely for surface wear, patina variation and any small marks consistent with use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is a Shishi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Shishi is a guardian lion motif used to protect important spaces and ward off negative influence. In Japanese decorative arts, Shishi guardians are linked to strength, vigilance and the guarding of liminal thresholds such as entrances, corridors and transitions. Pairs are especially prized because they create a balanced protective presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial is identified from the metallic appearance; the exact alloy and gilding method are undetermined, and age and origin are attributed by style in the absence of documentation. Lab-confirmed metallurgy can be requested before purchase. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-japanese-bronze-kakinomoto-no-hitomaro-seated-poet\"\u003eBronze Kakinomoto no Hitomaro seated poet\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/meiji-bronze-samurai-warrior-sculpture-55cm\"\u003eMeiji bronze samurai warrior in combat pose\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/meiji-bronze-samurai-warrior-statue-kato-kiyomasa-theme-58cm\"\u003eMeiji bronze Katō Kiyomasa warrior with naginata\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: bronze shishi pair · guardian lion okimono · gilt bronze foo dog pair · shishi lion statues small · qing style guardian lions · bronze lion pair entryway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51835384463653,"sku":null,"price":3420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/GALLER_2.jpg?v=1767760155"},{"product_id":"qing-cloisonne-dragon-vase-pair","title":"Pareja de jarrones chinos de cloisonné esmaltado con dragones, fondo turquesa, estilo imperial de la dinastía Qing, 52 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eEach of these matched cloisonné vases is wrapped by a sinuous dragon in full motion on a vibrant turquoise enamel ground. Standing about 52 cm, the pair speaks the Qing decorative language favored in palace, temple and scholar interiors, and remains structurally sound beneath honest age wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matched pair of cloisonné enamel vases reflects the refined decorative language of the Qing dynasty, distinguished by vibrant turquoise enamel grounds and animated dragon imagery. At approximately 52 cm, the vases command presence and follow forms historically favored in palace, temple and elite scholar interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach vase is wrapped with a sinuous dragon in full motion, a symbol of imperial authority, protection and cosmic balance. Rich polychrome enamels are framed by finely executed wirework, demonstrating the craftsmanship that large-scale cloisonné requires. The proportions follow classical precedent, with flared rims, rounded bodies and stable stepped bases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge cloisonné vases with dragon motifs were associated with authority, ritual space and visual power, and matched pairs are scarcer still, especially when scale and enamel quality are strong. As a true pair the vases offer visual harmony for formal display, and they speak to collectors of Qing decorative arts, cloisonné specialists and interior designers seeking historical statement pieces that embody both technical mastery and symbolic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing dynasty, imperial style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloisonné enamel on metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turquoise ground with polychrome enamels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 52 cm each · Mouth diameter approx. 12 cm · Body width approx. 24 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sinuous dragon wrapping each body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched pair with flared rims and stepped bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStructurally sound, with no major structural damage observed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor surface wear and age-related wear consistent with historical cloisonné.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photographs are the best guide to condition details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/satsuma-ware-incense-burner-gilt-export-koro\"\u003eSatsuma ware gilt export koro\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-kutani-maneki-neko-left-paw-ceramic-sculpture\"\u003eLarge left-paw Kutani maneki-neko\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/pair-cloisonne-enamel-on-copper-lidded-jars-dragons-55cm\"\u003ePair of cloisonné enamel lidded dragon jars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: cloisonne dragon vase pair · turquoise cloisonne vases · qing cloisonne dragon vase · chinese cloisonne pair 52 cm · antique chinese enamel vases · imperial style cloisonne vase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51901799825701,"sku":null,"price":6420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/QingDynastyCloisonneDragonVasePair_52cm_1.jpg?v=1768477840"},{"product_id":"monumental-cloisonne-enamel-ritual-censer-elephant-handles-49cm","title":"Incensario monumental de cloisonné esmaltado con tres patas, asas con cabeza de elefante, decoración de roleos florales, estilo chino, 49 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Painted \u0026amp; Printed\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eElephant heads guard the flanks of this monumental cloisonné censer, which stands on three sturdy legs beneath a soaring finial, its enamel scrollwork glowing in jewel tones. In form it recalls the ancient bronzes of ritual offering; in material it turns that authority into color and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis monumental cloisonné enamel censer takes the classic tripod form, rising on three robust legs, crowned with a tall finial and flanked by sculptural elephant-head handles. Its surface is covered in jewel-toned floral scrollwork, the dense ornament that makes cloisonné feel less like decoration than a living skin of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTripod censers echo the authority of ritual bronzes, vessels tied to offering and formal display. Cloisonné translates that heritage into enamel: color that holds light, wire lines that read like drawing, and a finish that signals ceremony even in a modern interior. The piece is presented as Chinese style and likely of Chinese origin, offered from Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese style, likely Chinese-origin decorative arts; offered from Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Undated; older or vintage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloisonné enamel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tripod censer with tall finial and elephant-head handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jewel-toned floral scrollwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 49 cm H × 19 cm W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn older or vintage object; please review the photographs for enamel hairlines, edge rubs and oxidation to the metal fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnamel is glass-like and should be handled like porcelain with a metal core.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented as Chinese style and likely Chinese in origin; period and dynasty claims are provisional in the absence of documentation. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/portable-black-lacquer-zushi-mini-kannon-6cm\"\u003eBlack lacquer zushi with miniature Kannon\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-japanese-zushi-shrine-standing-kannon-bosatsu-flame\"\u003eLarge zushi shrine with standing Kannon\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bronze-shishi-incense-burner-flame-tail-japanese-metalwork\"\u003eFlame-tail shishi incense burner\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Painted \u0026amp; Printed\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003ePaper \u0026amp; Silk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScrolls, screens and prints can be examined, documented and conserved before shipping through the Restoration \u0026amp; Documentation Lab™. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japan-art-restoration-condition-reports-japonista\"\u003eRequest a condition report →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: cloisonne tripod censer · cloisonne incense burner elephant handles · chinese cloisonne censer · large cloisonne incense burner · enamel ritual censer · elephant head handle censer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51901975429413,"sku":null,"price":2185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/z8_1.png?v=1768485197"},{"product_id":"cloisonne-shakyamuni-buddha-gilt-face-floral-robe-32cm","title":"Buda Shakyamuni de cloisonné Jingtai-lan al estilo Qing, rostro dorado, túnica floral, esmalte sobre cobre, sentado, 32 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eWire, enamel and gilt combine in this seated Shakyamuni of Chinese origin, a 32 cm figure in the Jingtai-lan tradition later revived under Qing taste. Blossoms in every color cover the robe, gilt warms the face and chest, and the fired surface glows with a glassy depth that paint can never match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA seated Shakyamuni Buddha rendered in vivid cloisonné enamel over copper, a jewel-toned devotional figure whose floral robe reads like a textile made of light. The face and chest are finished in warm gilt tones, while the body is wrapped in multicolored blossoms associated with the Chinese cloisonné (Jingtai-lan) tradition and later Qing-style revival aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a cross-disciplinary object, part sacred image and part decorative arts masterpiece. Under natural light the enamel behaves differently from paint: it has depth, a glassy glow and subtle shifts where the wire partitions and enamel pools catch shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShakyamuni is the historical Buddha, the awakened teacher whose life and teachings form the foundation of Buddhism. In art he is often shown seated in calm authority, his hands forming gestures of reassurance, teaching or meditation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage to antique; dynasty or exact dating attributed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese origin \/ Chinese-style cloisonné; offered from Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloisonné enamel on copper; gilt face and chest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 21 cm L × 16 cm W × 32 cm H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4.180 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage to antique-category piece; review the photographs for enamel hairlines, edge rubs and gilt wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the enamel gently and avoid impact or rapid temperature swings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented as Chinese-origin, Chinese-style cloisonné work, offered from Japan; dynasty or exact dating should be treated as attributed unless documentation is supplied. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/zao-gongen-stone-guardian-edo\"\u003eEdo period stone Zaō Gongen\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bato-kannon-horseheaded-kannon-edo-style-wooden-devotional\"\u003eBato Kannon carved wood figure\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/jizo-bosatsu-monumental-81cm-dry-lacquer-statue-inscribed-staff\"\u003eMonumental 81 cm Jizo Bosatsu figure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: jingtai lan cloisonne buddha · qing style cloisonne buddha · cloisonne shakyamuni statue · chinese enamel buddha figure · gilt face enamel buddha · seated buddha cloisonne copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51901982081317,"sku":null,"price":1870.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/z6_6.png?v=1768485745"},{"product_id":"cloisonne-shakyamuni-buddha-gilt-face-floral-robe-32-cm","title":"Buda Shakyamuni sentado de cloisonné esmaltado, con rostro dorado y túnica floral, estilo chino sobre cobre, 32 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eGlass, metal and devotion meet in this 32 cm Shakyamuni, worked in the Chinese Jingtai-lan manner of cloisonné over copper. Warm gilt lights the face and upper torso, while a robe of many-colored blossoms holds the deep sheen that only fired enamel can give, making the figure both sacred image and decorative art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA seated Shakyamuni Buddha rendered in jewel-toned cloisonné enamel over copper, a luminous devotional figure whose floral robe reads like a textile made of glass and light. The face and upper torso are finished in warm gilt tones, while the garment is covered in multicolored blossoms associated with the Chinese cloisonné (Jingtai-lan) tradition and later Qing-style revival aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe object bridges disciplines. As a sacred image it offers calm authority; as decorative art it offers the depth and sheen of enamel, with subtle shifts where the wire partitions and enamel pools catch shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShakyamuni is the historical Buddha, the awakened teacher whose life and teachings form the foundation of Buddhism. In art he is often shown seated in composed stillness, his hands forming gestures that communicate protection, teaching or meditative stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage to antique; dynasty or precise dating provisional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese style; offered from Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloisonné enamel on copper; gilt face and upper torso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 21 cm L × 16 cm W × 32 cm H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3.750 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage to antique-category object; review the photographs for enamel hairlines, edge rubs and gilt wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle the enamel gently and avoid impact or rapid temperature shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented as Chinese-style cloisonné, offered from Japan; dynasty or precise dating should be treated as provisional unless documentation is supplied. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/edo-zushi-benzaiten-daikokuten-bishamonten-triad\"\u003eEdo zushi with Benzaiten, Daikokuten, Bishamonten\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/jizo-bosatsu-monumental-81cm-dry-lacquer-statue-inscribed-staff\"\u003eMonumental 81 cm Jizo Bosatsu figure\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bato-kannon-horseheaded-kannon-edo-style-wooden-devotional\"\u003eBato Kannon carved wood figure\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: cloisonne buddha statue · cloisonne shakyamuni buddha · jingtai lan buddha · enamel on copper buddha · chinese cloisonne seated buddha · gilt face cloisonne buddha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51901989585189,"sku":null,"price":1980.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/z7_1.png?v=1768486394"},{"product_id":"gilt-relief-bronze-tripod-incense-burner-elephant-handles-33cm","title":"Brasero trípode chino de bronce con relieve dorado, asas de elefante y medallón de tigre, 33 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Bushido\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA commanding, altar-scale tripod censer in heavy cast bronze, its gilt tiger medallion framed by cloud and floral scrolls and its sides anchored by elephant-head handles. Warm brown patina and selective gilding give it the theatrical presence of traditional ritual metalwork and the gravity to change the atmosphere of a room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commanding, altar-scale incense burner is cast in heavy bronze (or bronze alloy) in the classic tripod censer form, with sculptural elephant-head handles and a lid crowned by an openwork finial. Across the body, a raised gilt relief panel depicts a tiger within a rounded cartouche, framed by scrolling cloud and floral ornament, an iconographic set that reads as auspicious power, protection and authority. The surface carries a deep, warm brown patina with selective gilded highlights, the theatrical presence collectors seek in traditional ritual metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the sides, the elephant-ear handles are modeled as beast heads with curled trunks, a motif that bridges court taste and temple culture across the wider East Asian world. In censer design these handles are more than decoration: they visually anchor the vessel, lending ceremonial weight even before incense is lit. The censer stands on three feet and comes with a fitted pedestal base, which improves airflow beneath the bowl and gives the display a formal, shrine-like silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever its exact period, the workmanship and scale make it a serious interior object, not a light decorative casting, and the lidded form with pedestal base presents a complete shrine-display silhouette. It suits a tokonoma-style display, a collector's cabinet or a calm scent-ritual corner where incense becomes a daily practice, and it will speak to collectors drawn to temple metalwork, cabinet-of-curiosities drama or ritual interiors where scent is part of daily discipline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique style; date attributed only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy cast bronze (or bronze alloy) with gilt relief highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, warm brown patina with selective gilding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiger in a rounded cartouche with scrolling cloud and floral ornament; elephant-head handles with curled trunks; openwork lid finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height approx. 33 cm · Mouth diameter approx. 16.8 cm · Body diameter approx. 24 cm · Max width (handle to handle) approx. 34.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.4 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lid; fitted pedestal base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped or cast mark plaque on the underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral age wear and surface patina consistent with use and storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor scuffs, small dings and rubbing to the gilding are to be expected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe photographs are the reference for exact condition; monitor color differences may occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside bears a stamped or cast mark plaque, but marks and style can be reproduced, so the date is treated as attributed pending expert in-hand appraisal. This description rests on photographs and the measurements and information available; age, alloy and origin should be confirmed by professional appraisal where certainty is required. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/butsudan-japanese-altars-religious-objects\"\u003eButsudan \u0026amp; Altars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/zushi-shrine-cabinet-gilt-triad-carved-relief-36cm\"\u003eZushi shrine cabinet with gilt Buddha triad\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/kobo-daishi-kukai-zushi-shrine\"\u003eKōbō Daishi seated portrait in zushi\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/meiji-style-japanese-bronze-incense-burner-shishi-lion\"\u003eMeiji-style bronze kōro with shishi finial\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Bushido\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eArmory \u0026amp; Export\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmor, sword fittings and historical militaria travel with export paperwork, custom crating and insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003ePlan a museum-grade shipment →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: bronze tripod incense burner · elephant handle censer · gilt bronze censer tiger · lidded incense burner pedestal · chinese style bronze censer · altar incense burner bronze · antique style tripod censer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51902176362789,"sku":null,"price":3420.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/Antique-StyleGilt-ReliefBronzeTripodIncenseBurnerwithElephantHandles_Tiger_9.png?v=1768498569"},{"product_id":"heavy-bronze-shishi-censer-enameled-dome-cloisonne-style-29cm","title":"Incensario shishi de bronce pesado con tapa abovedada floral de esmalte estilo cloisonné, kōro trípode, 29 cm, 5.3 kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eGuardian beast, flowering dome and tripod vessel meet in this weighty bronze koro of some 5.3 kg. A shishi keeps watch from the summit of a cloisonné-style enamel lid, high-relief beasts circle the patinated body, and the whole carries the ceremonial gravity of an altar censer with the presence of a sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shishi-lidded censer (koro) in bronze-toned metal is distinguished by a cloisonné-style enamel floral dome and a body wrapped in high-relief guardian-beast narrative. It reads as old-collection decorative art, an altar-adjacent bronze that performs equally as centerpiece sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iconography is protective and auspicious. Shishi are threshold guardians in Japanese culture, while the relief carving and tripod footing echo a ritual-vessel vocabulary shared across East Asia. The enameled dome adds color and courtly ornament against the darker patinated metal beneath, and the substantial weight, approximately 5.3 kg, gives the piece a physical gravity that is part of its appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze-toned metal with patina; cloisonné-style enamel floral dome lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shishi-lidded tripod censer (koro) with high-relief guardian-beast body\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 29 cm W × 29 cm H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5.3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-owned antique-category object; age-related rubs and tone variation may be present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid fit, leg stability and the enamel surface (chips or hairlines) should be confirmed from the photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bronze-shishi-incense-burner-flame-tail-japanese-metalwork\"\u003eFlame-tail shishi incense burner\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bronze-shishi-incense-burner-openwork-tama-single\"\u003eBronze shishi censer with openwork jewel ball\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/meiji-bronze-persimmon-bee-incense-burner\"\u003eMeiji bronze persimmon and bee kōro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: bronze shishi censer · shishi koro incense burner · cloisonne style censer · enamel dome incense burner · guardian lion tripod censer · antique style bronze koro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51902275289381,"sku":null,"price":1860.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/HeavyBronzeCloisonne-StyleShishiCenser_GuardianLionIncenseBurnerwithEname_9.png?v=1768500342"},{"product_id":"large-bronze-tripod-censer-shishi-finial-openwork-27cm","title":"Kōro incensario trípode grande con remate de tapa shishi y soporte calado, metalistería de estilo Meiji a Shōwa, 27 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eSet on three feet and crowned by a guardian lion, this bronze-toned kōro of 27 cm draws its form from a censer lineage shared across East Asia. Stepped lid, banded body and pierced stand cast deep shadows, and at nearly five kilograms it holds a cabinet or tokonoma display with quiet, temple-like weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis architectural incense burner (kōro) in bronze-toned metal is built in the classic tripod censer format and crowned with a shishi (guardian lion) finial. Layered lid tiers, strong horizontal banding and an openwork base give the piece temple-like presence and play of sculptural shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tripod censer form carries a long lineage across East Asia. In Japanese interiors it is often used for altar staging, incense culture and high-style display, and the shishi finial serves as protective symbolism: guardian energy set above the vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a substantial weight of approximately 4.970 kg and a height of 27 cm, the censer anchors a cabinet or tokonoma-inspired arrangement without requiring freight logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meiji-to-Shōwa antique-style metalwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze-toned metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lidded tripod censer with tiered lid, horizontal banding, openwork stand and shishi finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 23 cm W × 16 cm D × 27 cm H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4.970 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo obvious damage or soiling indicated; minor patina variation is normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid fit, tripod stability and any interior residue from previous use should be confirmed against the photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrated in Japan and shipped insured by air or sea freight. A freight quote is confirmed with you before dispatch through our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eMuseum-Grade Logistics Suite™\u003c\/a\u003e. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/butsudan-japanese-altars-religious-objects\"\u003eButsudan \u0026amp; Altars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/showa-nichiren-shonin-zushi-1969\"\u003eShowa 1969 Nichiren Shonin zushi shrine\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/edo-wooden-gorito-reliquary-lotus-form\"\u003eEdo Period Wooden Goritō Reliquary\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bronze-ume-openwork-temple-lantern-pair-95cm\"\u003eUme openwork temple lantern pair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: tripod incense burner shishi lid · japanese koro censer · bronze tripod censer · shishi finial incense burner · openwork stand incense burner · large japanese incense burner · tokonoma incense burner\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51902909350181,"sku":null,"price":1740.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/LargeBronzeTripodCenserwithShishiLidFinial_1.png?v=1768525355"},{"product_id":"bronze-shishi-incense-burner-flame-tail-japanese-metalwork","title":"Incensario shishi de tono bronce, kōro de león guardián con espectacular remate de cola de llama, metalistería japonesa","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eSmall in scale yet theatrical in spirit, this shishi incense burner gives the guardian lion an open-mouthed, animated expression and a tail that rises like flame. Its silhouette carries across a room, letting the piece serve as both incense vessel and cabinet sculpture within a long tradition of protective imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compact but theatrical bronze-toned shishi incense burner (koro), formed as a guardian lion with a dramatic flame-like tail and an animated, open-mouthed expression. The silhouette is designed to read strongly from across a room, functioning equally as censer and cabinet sculpture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Japanese visual culture the shishi is a protector motif associated with thresholds and the warding off of misfortune. As a koro, the object also belongs to incense culture, the meeting point of atmosphere, ritual and decorative metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bronze-toned metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lidded incense burner (koro) as a guardian lion with flame-tail finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo noticeable damage or soiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinor patina variation, normal for metalwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorth confirming on examination: lid fit, any interior residue from use, and the security of the protrusions (tail, ears and finial).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/butsudan-japanese-altars-religious-objects\"\u003eButsudan \u0026amp; Altars\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/bronze-shishi-incense-burner-openwork-tama-single\"\u003eBronze shishi censer with openwork jewel ball\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-japanese-zushi-shrine-standing-kannon-bosatsu-flame\"\u003eLarge zushi shrine with standing Kannon\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/heavy-bronze-shishi-censer-enameled-dome-cloisonne-style-29cm\"\u003eBronze shishi censer with enamel dome\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: shishi incense burner · guardian lion koro · bronze lion censer japanese · flame tail shishi · komainu style incense burner · japanese metal incense burner · lion dog censer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51902912659749,"sku":null,"price":1920.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/BronzeShishiIncenseBurner_LionGuardianCenserwithDramaticFlame-TailFinial_1.png?v=1768526082"},{"product_id":"monumental-natural-jadeite-shishi-guardian-pair","title":"Pareja de leones guardianes shishi de jadeíta natural sobre bases talladas, certificada por el Japan Gem Grading Center, 18 kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eCarved from natural jadeite and accompanied by Japan Gem Grading Center certificates, this pair of shishi guardian lions unites scale, weight and material authority. Luminous milky-white stone with vivid green inclusions shows a translucency rarely achieved in carvings of this size, placing the pair among uncommon large-scale jade works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures display powerful posture, expressive open mouths and finely articulated musculature, embodying the traditional role of the shishi as spiritual protectors. Traditionally symbols of protection, authority and prosperity, they serve today as a museum-grade interior anchor for serious collectors and institutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jadeite shows luminous milky-white translucency with vivid green inclusions, indicating high-quality natural stone, and its transparency is unusually strong for carvings of this size. Each figure rests on a carved base that gives stability and visual contrast, and a combined weight of approximately 18 kg confirms these as architectural-grade objects rather than decorative figurines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair suits collectors seeking true material authority, objects in which scale, weight, certification and cultural symbolism converge, whether for museum-style interiors, architectural foyers or collections focused on jade, guardian iconography or East Asian spiritual art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shishi guardian lions, pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural jadeite, milky-white with vivid green inclusions; carved bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 18 kg combined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificates of Gem Identification from the Japan Gem Grading Center for both figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor natural inclusions and internal structures are inherent to stone carvings and are not considered defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth shishi are accompanied by official Certificates of Gem Identification issued by the Japan Gem Grading Center verifying natural jadeite, and their visual characteristics align with natural jadeite. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/giltwood-amida-sanzon-zushi-70cm-gyokugan\"\u003eGiltwood Amida Sanzon triad zushi\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/amida-triad\"\u003eMomoyama–Edo gilt wood Amida triad\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/amida-nyorai-triad-edo-meiji-wooden\"\u003eAmida Nyorai triad wooden sculpture set\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: jadeite guardian lion pair · natural jadeite shishi · certified jadeite carving · large jade foo dogs pair · jadeite lion sculpture · jade guardian lions for sale · japanese jadeite carving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51902949097765,"sku":null,"price":44620.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/Imperial-ScaleNaturalJadeiteShishiGuardianPair_Certified_1.png?v=1768527799"},{"product_id":"tibetan-temple-guardian-lions-pair-gilt-cinnabar-54kg","title":"Pareja monumental de leones guardianes de templo sino-tibetanos, bronce dorado con laca bermellón, estilo Qing, 54.5 kg","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eFierce protectors rendered in gilded bronze with dramatic cinnabar-red lacquer, this matched pair of temple guardian lions was made to stand at thresholds and altars as a visible vow of protection. At 54.5 kg for the pair, they belong with architectural interior sculpture rather than tabletop decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether read as Sino-Tibetan shishi, lion-dogs or Himalayan guardian beasts, the purpose is the same. In Buddhist and wider East Asian visual culture such lions guard sanctuaries, gates and sacred precincts as emblems of courage, vigilance and righteous force. The sculptural language leans into theatrical temple presence: bulging eyes, deeply worked manes and an expressive snarl, heightened by gilt and red pigment that catch the light like embers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair is executed in a mature, traditional guardian-lion idiom and finished to read as a sacred display object rather than a contemporary decorative novelty. Gilt-style radiance, cinnabar-red ritual emphasis and forcefully modeled features suggest a work made to perform visually in a shrine or ceremonial interior, with high-relief texture in mane, claws and musculature intended to read at distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the pair for an entry-gallery moment, a threshold statement that immediately frames a room as a shrine-like space. It also suits high-end interiors, boutique hotel vignettes or a private archive where sculptural power matters more than delicate porcelain refinement, and anchors any altar room, sword-and-armor study or museum-like cabinet of sacred guardians. Not cute, not ornamental, but assertive: objects that feel as if they have a job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Presented with a Qing-era \/ Qing-style classification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tibetan \/ Sino-Tibetan; attributed old-temple provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast bronze metalwork with richly aged, hand-applied patination; gold-toned gilt or gilt-style surfaces; cinnabar-style red lacquer or pigment accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each figure approx. 52 cm (H) × 58 cm (D) × 33 cm (W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair approx. 54.5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched pair of guardian lions with high-relief carving detail in mane, claws and musculature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall presentation is strong and photogenic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge-related wear consistent with a heavy display object: surface rubs, patina variation, minor abrasions and possible localized losses to gilt and pigment. The photographs show the exact condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSymbolism of the Pair\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuardianship: the lion is a classic emblem of protective authority and of the lion's roar of the Dharma, strength that defends what is precious.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreshold ritual: a pair implies directional balance, protection for both entering and leaving, the visible sealing of a boundary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed and gold: cinnabar tones read as vitality and ritual intensity; gilt reads as sanctified radiance, light made material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrating \u0026amp; Freight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwing to its packed weight and dimensions, the pair cannot travel by Japan Post EMS, DHL, FedEx or UPS parcel service and is shipped by cargo or freight, with custom crating, reinforced packing and coordination with domestic logistics providers, international freight consolidators and export brokers. Delivery typically takes 6 to 10 weeks depending on routing, carrier availability and customs clearance in the destination country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual freight costs may differ from automated calculator estimates. A portion of the expected cost may be reflected in the price, and any difference is quoted separately once destination, delivery method and handling requirements are confirmed. Collectors are asked to request a customized freight quotation for their destination before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight approx. 54.5 kg; safe packed weight (double box, foam, bracing) approx. 62–70 kg; crated, recommended for maximum safety, approx. 75–90 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDHL \/ FedEx \/ UPS heavy service where accepted: 5–10 business days (premium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAir cargo or freight forwarding: 7–14 days airport to airport plus a final domestic leg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSea freight (economy): 4–10 weeks depending on routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndicative landing costs (estimate): $2350–$3000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustoms: HS 9706 or HS 9703 for a documented antique over 100 years, depending on customs practice; HS 8306 for non-antique metal statuary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Qing \/ Qing-style period is an attribution, not a guaranteed dynasty date, and the old collection or temple provenance is attributed rather than documented by paperwork. Gilt and cinnabar-style finishes are visually apparent; whether the gold is true gilding or a gilt-style finish is best determined by close inspection. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrated in Japan and shipped insured by air or sea freight. A freight quote is confirmed with you before dispatch through our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eMuseum-Grade Logistics Suite™\u003c\/a\u003e. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/edo-wooden-karura-garuda-winged-guardian\"\u003eEdo wooden Karura winged guardian\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/standing-fudo-myo-bronze-guardian-matsuhisa-sohrin-120cm\"\u003eStanding Fudō Myōō bronze by Matsuhisa Sohrin\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/edo-meiji-amida-nyorai-triad-zushi-68cm\"\u003eEdo–Meiji gilt Amida triad zushi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: tibetan guardian lions pair · gilt bronze temple lions · sino tibetan foo dogs · cinnabar lacquer bronze lions · large bronze guardian lions · qing style bronze lions pair · temple entry guardian statues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51902990418213,"sku":null,"price":19800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/MonumentalGuardianLionsPair_TibetanSino-TibetanTempleProtectors_1.png?v=1768530825"},{"product_id":"pair-cloisonne-enamel-on-copper-lidded-jars-dragons-55cm","title":"Pareja de tarros con tapa de esmalte estilo cloisonné sobre cobre, dragones y bestias míticas sobre fondo dorado, gusto Qing, 55 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003ePaired vessels were the Qing interior's instrument of symmetry, and these two lidded jars keep that grammar alive at roughly 55 cm apiece. Enamel over copper carries dragons and mythic beasts over a golden field, the creatures circling each body so the decoration never comes to rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commanding matched pair of enamel-on-copper lidded jars belongs to the cloisonné tradition, decorated with animated dragons and mythic beasts across a warm, golden ground. At roughly 55 cm each, the vessels read as architectural objects rather than tabletop ornaments, scaled to anchor an interior with symmetrical palace-room presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silhouette is ceremonial: rounded shoulders, a generous belly and a tall fitted lid with a small knop handle. The decoration is dense and continuous, with flowing creature forms and scrolling foliage arranged to keep the eye moving around the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pair is presented as Qing dynasty style, with an antique-period attribution based on descriptive documentation and visual characteristics. Without independent authentication this is not asserted as a definitive period claim, and the cultural origin is best framed as Chinese (Qing style) unless proven otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing dynasty style; antique-period attribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese (Qing style); offered from Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enamel on copper, cloisonné style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragons, mythic beasts and scrolling foliage on a golden ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each approx. 32 cm W × 32 cm D × 55 cm H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 12 kg each (pair net approx. 24 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched pair with tall fitted lids and small knop handles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge-related wear may be present, as expected for heavy decorative objects; the photographs merit careful review.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid fit, rim integrity, enamel stability and base stability are the points prioritized for checking before dispatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe antique-period attribution rests on descriptive documentation and visual characteristics; without independent authentication it is not a definitive period claim. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/satsuma-ware-incense-burner-gilt-export-koro\"\u003eSatsuma ware gilt export koro\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/qing-cloisonne-dragon-vase-pair\"\u003eTurquoise cloisonné dragon vase pair\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/monumental-kutani-maneki-neko-left-paw-ceramic-sculpture\"\u003eLarge left-paw Kutani maneki-neko\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: cloisonne lidded jar pair · enamel on copper dragon jars · pair of cloisonne covered jars · qing style cloisonne jar · chinese dragon lidded urn pair · large cloisonne jars 55 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51903028855077,"sku":null,"price":5980.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/PairofCloisonne-StyleEnamel-on-CopperLiddedJars_1.png?v=1768531647"},{"product_id":"qing-dynasty-bronze-qilin-fire-mane-horse-sculpture","title":"Qilin chino de bronce fundido, encabritado, con crin y cola llameantes, bestia auspiciosa, atribuido aproximadamente a la dinastía Qing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eAmong the gentlest of mythical beasts, the qilin, or kirin in Japan, was said to appear only in the reign of a just ruler. Here it rears in cast bronze, mane and tail flaring into flame, its muscular modeling and dark, naturally aged surface pointing to the Qing dynasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bronze sculpture depicts a qilin, known in Japan as kirin, one of the most revered and auspicious mythical creatures of East Asian cosmology. Cast in a dynamic rearing posture, the beast rises on its hind legs, mane and tail erupting into flame-like forms that signal divine energy and celestial authority. It symbolizes virtue, protection and enlightened rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe qilin is associated with benevolent rule, moral virtue and the arrival of enlightened leadership. Unlike aggressive guardian beasts, it is said to tread so lightly that it does not crush the grass beneath its hooves, and its appearance traditionally heralds peace, prosperity and the presence of a just ruler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example shows strong Qing dynasty styling: muscular anatomical modeling, animated flame motifs and a darkened bronze surface with natural age patina. Its sculptural language reflects the late imperial Chinese scholar-bronze tradition, in which mythical animals served both as spiritual symbols and as refined decorative objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing dynasty (estimated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast bronze with darkened natural age patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mythical beast sculpture (qilin \/ kirin), rearing, with flaming mane and tail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDarkened bronze surface with natural age patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Qing dynasty dating is an estimate based on styling. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/japanese-okimono-figurines-statues\"\u003eOkimono\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/meiji-period-japanese-metal-oni-figure-vessel\"\u003eMeiji cast metal oni figure with vessel\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/gilt-bronze-shishi-guardian-pair-okimono-22cm\"\u003eGilt-toned bronze Shishi lion pair\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-japanese-bronze-kakinomoto-no-hitomaro-seated-poet\"\u003eBronze Kakinomoto no Hitomaro seated poet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: qing dynasty bronze qilin · chinese bronze kirin statue · bronze qilin sculpture · chinese scholar bronze animal · mythical beast bronze figure · rearing qilin flame mane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51907137274149,"sku":null,"price":2880.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/QingDynastyBronzeQilin_Kirin_Fire-ManeHorseSculptureMythicalAuspiciousBeast_1.jpg?v=1768667216"},{"product_id":"monumental-seated-guanyin-bodhisattva-royal-ease-gilt-traced","title":"Guanyin Bodhisattva monumental sentado en postura de facilidad real, metal fundido con detalles dorados, escuela sino-tibetana, 60 cm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA shrine-scale bodhisattva seated in royal ease, one leg drawn up and one lowered: compassion that is calm but not withdrawn, repose ready to respond. Former gilding has retreated into warm remnants across a darkened patina, and that surface of lived time gives this Guanyin its authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure's identity is carried by bodhisattva codes rather than a single held attribute. The crown, the disciplined ornament of the chest strands and the softened authority of the face distinguish it from a fully awakened Buddha image and place it in the bodhisattva realm, among beings who remain close to the world. The best fit is Guanyin \/ Avalokiteshvara, the great archetype of compassion in Chinese and wider Mahayana devotional culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeated in lalitasana, the torso upright but relaxed, the bodhisattva extends one open hand in a giving or benediction-like gesture while the other is drawn inward in contemplative composure. Cold-worked chasing defines the robe folds, jewelry and the edges of hair and crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the piece compelling is not perfection but biography. The darkened, soot-toned patina has developed a shrine logic of its own, with abrasion concentrated where touch naturally returns: the edges of garment folds, the planes of the knees, the round of the cheek. This is the difference between a freshly antiqued surface and a truly lived one, an unevenness that feels earned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a contemporary interior the sculpture works in two legitimate modes: as a devotional anchor in a private practice space, or as an object of presence on a low cabinet or plinth. In either, its authority comes from scale, clarity of silhouette and the quiet complexity of a surface that has known time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seated bodhisattva, Guanyin \/ Avalokiteshvara type, in royal ease (lalitasana)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th to early\/mid 20th century (late Qing to Republican period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China; Chinese \/ Sino-Tibetan school\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast metal (bronze or brass alloy) with evidence of former gilding or gilt-lacquer highlights; cold-worked chasing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 60 × 38 × 28 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 14 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-character reign-style mark on the back resembling a Qianlong formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIconography:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crowned bodhisattva with necklace strands and chest adornments; one hand open, the other drawn inward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique-category object with long shrine-life character: soot-dark patina and broad handling wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormer gilding and gilt-lacquer highlights largely worn away, surviving as scattered warm remnants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbrasion concentrated at the edges of garment folds, the planes of the knees and the cheek; edge rubs and gilt wear are visible in the photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reign-style mark resembling a Qianlong formula is treated as a stylistic or workshop cue, often apocryphal, not as proof of an 18th-century date; an earlier Qing date is possible but cannot be claimed without underside, join and casting evidence and clearer mark documentation. No definitive attribute (lotus, flask or small Buddha in the crown) is visible, so the Guanyin identification is the strongest reading rather than a proven one. This figure measures about 60 cm; the 32 cm cloisonné Shakyamuni named in earlier copy is a different object. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-layaway-privilege-program\"\u003eLayaway Privilege™\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/buddhist-statues-sacred-art\"\u003eBuddhist Statues \u0026amp; Sacred Art\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-chinese-gilt-bronze-water-moon-guanyin-seated-waves\"\u003eChinese gilt bronze Water-Moon Guanyin\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-bronze-gyoran-kannon-takamura-koun-japanese-buddhist-statue\"\u003eBronze Gyoran Kannon after Takamura Koun\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/large-massive-antique-japanese-wooden-fujin-raijin-buddha\"\u003eCarved wood Fujin and Raijin statue pair\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Sacred Arts\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eTemple to Home\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonumental statues, zushi shrines and altars travel crated and insured through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. Seeking a particular deity or school? The Hunting Salon™ searches Japan for it. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/museum-grade-logistics-suite%E2%84%A2\"\u003eArrange crating and freight →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: guanyin royal ease statue · lalitasana bodhisattva bronze · chinese guanyin bronze statue · sino tibetan bodhisattva · avalokiteshvara seated statue · large gilt bronze guanyin · qianlong mark buddhist bronze\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51931831271717,"sku":null,"price":6870.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/AG78-MonumentalSeatedBodhisattvaFigure_GuanyinAvalokiteshvara_RoyalEasePose_ChineseSino-TibetanSchool_Assessment_1.jpg?v=1769327996"},{"product_id":"japanese-shippo-enamel-flower-vase-ume-plum-blossoms-gold","title":"Jarrón japonés de esmalte shippō con flores de ume sobre fondo dorado, era Shōwa, con caja inscrita","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"jp-product\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-lede\"\u003eA field of gold becomes the sky for a flowering plum branch on this vintage Japanese shippo enamel vase, presented with its original light wooden box inscribed Shippo Kabin. White, blush and crimson ume blossoms rise over a foil-textured ground that turns brilliant in strong light and deepens to warm amber in softer surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold ground is the vase's defining feature. From a distance it reads as a uniform field of warm metallic color; up close it reveals an intricate, irregular texture of tiny ridges, folds and fractured-looking patterns beneath the glossy transparent finish, much like finely crumpled metallic foil sealed beneath glass. It does not behave like paint: the gold seems to sit beneath the enamel, so light passes through the glossy exterior and returns from the textured layer below. On the curved shoulder the highlights travel through yellow, honey, bronze and pale champagne gold. The outer surface is smooth and glossy to the touch while the depth beneath looks intensely textured, and no single photograph captures it fully: the vase changes as it turns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcross this ground grows a branching composition of ume, the Japanese plum blossom, in white, soft blush, crimson-pink, green and muted brown. White flowers dominate the upper section, some pure white and some faintly blushed, with extremely fine stamens radiating from a central crimson point and tiny green dots around the petals of several blossoms. Lower down, deep pink and crimson flowers with pale dotted accents and softly graduated interiors cluster more densely, anchoring the composition and keeping the white from disappearing against the gold. Small rounded buds link the larger flowers, and dark branches, defined in brown and black with soft green in places, move diagonally through the lower half, dividing, tapering and reconnecting with the clusters, so the eye wanders through the flowers instead of simply traveling from top to bottom. It is a decorative interpretation composed for a curved vessel rather than a botanical diagram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vessel itself is restrained. A narrow foot rises into a gently tapering cylindrical body; the shoulders swell softly outward, and a short neck opens into a subtly flared mouth finished with a narrow polished silver-tone metal rim. That cooler line sharpens the profile against the warm gold and, seen from above, frames the pale cream interior, intentionally quieter than the exterior. The palette stays disciplined, with no complicated borders, geometric panels, figurative scene or multicolored background, so a luxurious surface remains elegant and the simple form works almost as a three-dimensional canvas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUme opens unusually early, often before winter has fully released its hold, and has long been associated with perseverance, renewal, resilience and the promise of spring; where cherry blossom marks spring at its height, plum announces spring approaching. White and red plum together carry a celebratory note in Japanese decorative art. Set against gold rather than sky or landscape, the branch feels timeless and almost ceremonial, the flowers presented rather than merely growing, in the same visual logic by which gold screens, gold lacquer and gold leaf turn surfaces into fields of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is consistent with twentieth-century Japanese decorative shippo of the broader Showa period rather than the extremely fine, wire-intensive cloisonné associated with celebrated late Meiji export works: bold and readable floral forms, a gold field of strong decorative impact, clean colors and an uncluttered modern silhouette, bridging classical symbolism and mid-century interior design. Displayed empty it reads as a complete work; with a single branch, a few winter berries or one slender flowering stem it becomes seasonal. It sits as easily in a tokonoma-inspired setting, slightly off center with generous negative space, as in a Japandi, minimalist, maximalist or Art Deco influenced interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"jp-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Showa period, mid-to-late (attributed by style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shippo, Japanese vitreous enamel on metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous enamel over a metal body (base metal unidentified); gold-toned foil-textured enamel ground; polished silver-tone metal rim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold ground; white, blush, crimson-pink, green and brown decoration; pale cream interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotif:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ume plum blossoms, buds and branches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Height 21 cm · Width 11 cm (approx.; the vessel is round in section, so width gives the diameter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original light wooden storage box inscribed Shippo Kabin (cloisonné enamel flower vase)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong overall gloss with intact floral decoration; the gold-toned field remains rich and reflective and the blossoms retain clear color definition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mouth and metal rim appear present and continuous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal vintage surface variation should be expected, including tiny marks, small scratches, small enamel irregularities, storage wear and possible minor oxidation to metal fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe wooden box shows light age-related variation consistent with storage and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe underside is not shown in the photographs, so the base, any maker mark, the exact base metal and any further inscriptions remain open to in-hand examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHandling \u0026amp; Upkeep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust gently with a clean, dry and very soft cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid abrasive cleaners, polishing compounds and aggressive metal cleaners; do not attempt to polish the gold surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid prolonged soaking; when using flowers, add and remove water carefully so the exterior enamel and the box stay dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore the wooden box away from excessive humidity, strong sunlight and large temperature fluctuations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnamel is durable but can chip when struck: lift the vase rather than sliding it across stone, ceramic or metal shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAuthenticity \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box inscription Shippo Kabin documents the object's traditional category; no maker attribution is visible, so it is an inscribed box rather than an artist-signed tomobako. The gold is a gold-toned, foil-textured ground; no precious-metal foil composition is claimed without workshop documentation or microscopic examination. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery from Japan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePacked by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our \u003ca href=\"\/es\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003epublished policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsidered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue browsing: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/japanese-porcelain-ceramics\"\u003eCeramics \u0026amp; Porcelain\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques\"\u003eChinese Decorative Arts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-related\"\u003eRelated pieces: \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/antique-japanese-bronze-ikebana-vase-meiji-usubata-with-grape-vine-motif-art-bronze\"\u003eBronze usubata ikebana vase with grapevine\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/japanese-cast-bronze-usubata-ikebana-vase-crane-pine-relief\"\u003eTakaoka-style bronze usubata with cranes and pine\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/es\/products\/aq107-grapes-usubata-vase\"\u003eMeiji bronze usubata with high-relief grapevine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"jp-cta\" data-world=\"Kiln \u0026amp; Lacquer\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-cta-eyebrow\"\u003eKiln \u0026amp; Crate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge chargers, vases and paired pieces travel in custom crates with insured freight through our Museum-Grade Logistics Suite™. For a piece not shown here, the Deputy Vault™ acquires, inspects and exports it for you. \u003ca href=\"\/es\/pages\/japonista-concierge-logistics-case-file\"\u003eOpen a case file →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"jp-search\"\u003eCollectors also search: japanese shippo vase · japanese cloisonne plum blossom vase · gold enamel vase japan · shippo kabin · vintage showa cloisonne vase · ume blossom vase · japanese enamel flower vase with box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Japonista","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53819641004325,"sku":"AQ 250","price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/files\/AQ250_1.jpg?v=1789365826"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/8829\/6229\/collections\/japonista-collection-chinese-decorative-arts.png?v=1770806661","url":"https:\/\/japonista.com\/es\/collections\/chinese-decorative-arts-antiques.oembed","provider":"Japonista","version":"1.0","type":"link"}