Japan, Early 19th Century
Coralene ‘Sweet Pea’ Vase, c. 1909-1911
Gilt, Glass Beads, Hand-Painted
5 ½” high x 5 ½” diameter
Description: Luminescent purple and pink coralene sweet pea constitute the primary decoration on a pumpkin form body vase finished in a deep umber to yellow gradient, all raised on three gilt feet and with decorative gilt and beaded buttress handles attached to the shoulders and gilt neck with a pie crust rim.
Markings: similar to backstamp #242
Condition: Antique, Very Good
For Accuracy: insignificant wear, as expected on a vintage vase. There is some bead loss in four areas, overall it is very nice with negligible gilt loss. See photographs.
