Antique Japanese Meiji Era (late 1800's) Cloisonné Yellow Dragon Jar / Box 3.5”

This is a unique Japanese Meiji era (c. 1870-1890's) ornate Cloisonné jar or round box. Decorated with Yellow Dragons and fire symbols and a traditional cloud motif covering the entire background. Made of copper, copper alloys and vitreous glass enamel. 

This box is 2 1/2" tall and 3 5/8" in diameter (6.5 x 9 cm). It weighs 11.4oz. Having been carefully displayed for nearly five decades since acquired by a dedicated local collector, it remains in fine condition. 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.