South African Art, Jewellery and Decorative Arts

Live Auction, 4 February 2013

Decorative Arts

Sold for

ZAR 5 855
Lot 313
  • A pair of Japanese bronze vases, Meiji Period (1868-1912)
  • A pair of Japanese bronze vases, Meiji Period (1868-1912)


Lot Estimate
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 5 855

About this Item

A pair of Japanese bronze vases, Meiji Period (1868-1912) each with flattened ovoid body and elongated neck, the front moulded in relief with cranes in flight, the reverse with birds and blossom, 41,5cm high (2)


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