{"product_id":"antique-meiji-japanese-mixed-metal-bronze-vase-bird-floral-relief-7-kacho-ga-art-metal-vase","title":"Antique Meiji Japanese Mixed Metal Bronze Vase Bird Floral Relief 7” Kacho-ga Art Metal Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eAntique Meiji Japanese mixed metal bronze vase with raised bird and floral relief, rich warm patina, and photo-documented age wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Item: Antique Japanese mixed-metal bronze vase\u003cbr\u003e• Era: Meiji period, late 19th to early 20th century\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Japan\u003cbr\u003e• Materials: Bronze base with mixed-metal applied decoration; decorative elements appear to include brass and copper-toned metals\u003cbr\u003e• Style: Kachō-ga design with bird, flower, leaves, and botanical branches in raised relief\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Height: Approx. 7 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Rim Diameter: Approx. 3.25 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Base Diameter: Approx. 2.25 inches\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 1.67 pounds\u003cbr\u003e• Maker’s Mark: No maker’s marks visible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyle Notes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Color: Warm golden bronze with olive-bronze shading, darker brown accents, and bright brass\/copper-toned highlights in the relief\u003cbr\u003e• Texture: Smooth metal body with hand-worked incised lines and sculptural raised decoration\u003cbr\u003e• Form: Tall, narrow vase with a softly flared rim, rounded shoulder, and tapered lower body\u003cbr\u003e• Design Notes: The floral-and-bird motif is a classic Meiji decorative treatment, with layered mixed-metal details that give the surface depth and movement\u003cbr\u003e• Visual Character: This piece shifts nicely in the light, reading as a mellow antique bronze overall with brighter metallic contrast on the bird and leaf details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Beautiful as a standalone display piece on a bookshelf, cabinet, writing desk, or side table; works especially well in a collected interior, study, or library-inspired space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Visual Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e This piece shifts nicely in the light, reading as a mellow antique bronze overall with brighter metallic contrast on the bird and leaf details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Relief bird, flower, and leaf details remain clearly defined and visually striking\u003cbr\u003e• Vase displays well from the front and has strong decorative presence\u003cbr\u003e• Rim and body appear structurally intact in the photos\u003cbr\u003e• No visible maker’s mark, but the form and mixed-metal relief are consistent with Meiji-period decorative metalwork\u003cbr\u003e• Interior opening appears stable and usable for display\u003cbr\u003e• Bottom is intact with expected surface wear from age and handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Noticeable age-related surface wear throughout\u003cbr\u003e• Scattered scratches, rubbing, and finish variation visible across the body\u003cbr\u003e• Areas of oxidation, dark spotting, and uneven patina are present\u003cbr\u003e• Some visible finish loss and wear to the applied mixed-metal decoration, especially on several leaves and raised details\u003cbr\u003e• Darker discoloration is visible near the shoulder\/upper body area\u003cbr\u003e• Surface shows patchy tonal variation, including worn and slightly duller areas\u003cbr\u003e• Interior is darkened from age\u003cbr\u003e• Base shows surface wear, scratching, and finish inconsistency\u003cbr\u003e• No obvious cracks or holes are visible in the photos, but this is an antique decorative object with visible overall wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Collector’s Notes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handsome example of Japanese Meiji mixed-metal work, with the bird-and-botanical motif collectors often look for\u003cbr\u003e The layered relief, mellow bronze tone, and honest age wear give it the kind of character that feels right at home in a thoughtful antique collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful display piece with real age, warmth, and shelf presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review all photos closely—they’re part of the description and show the exact item you’ll receive\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. 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