Tiny bronze mixed metal Chinese? vase.

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by hamptonauction, Feb 7, 2017.

  1. hamptonauction

    hamptonauction Well-Known Member

    Tiny little vase measures 3 1/2" (88 mm) high x 2 5/8" (68 mm) diameter. Bronze body, added elements are silver and gold?. Any ideal on age? The only markings are the script on the bottom.
    Any help appreciated.
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    Little bird, Swallow? added on rear.

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    hamptonauction, Feb 7, 2017
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  2. Mat

    Mat Well-Known Member

    I would think it is Japanese, early 20th c...
     
    Mat, Feb 8, 2017
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  3. hamptonauction

    hamptonauction Well-Known Member

    I agree Japanese, thank you Mat.
     
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  4. hamptonauction

    hamptonauction Well-Known Member

    Then possibly the Meiji era?
     
    hamptonauction, Feb 18, 2017
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