Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1880) Cloisonné Vase Blue dragon 5”

This is a beautiful Japanese Meiji era (c. 1870-90's) ornate cloisonné vase. The hand crafted decorations are of a blue dragon coiling on a solid black backgorund. 

Made of copper, copper alloys and vitreous glass enamel. 

This vase is 5 7/8" tall by 3" in diameter (15 x 7.5 c m). 

 It weighs 7.5 oz. Having been carefully displayed for nearly five decades since acquired by a dedicated local collector, it remains in fine condition with the exception of a damaged spot shown in detail in the photos.  

This is a perfect example of Meiji era Japanese cloisonné. This is one of over 110 beautiful examples of this exquisite Japanese art currently being offered by Shogun's Gallery.