An exquisite tall 19th century Japanese porcelain Kutani vase with hand painted depictions of a stork or crane with cherry blossoms on one side & a butterfly with chrysanthemum flowers on the other. Beautiful detailing, beautiful brushwork, a captivating statement piece. Wonderful colour graphic blue panels on the sides, a beautiful counter to that warmly toasted orangey red.
Meiji period (1868-1912) Ovoid shouldered vase. Makers mark to the base.One teeny spot of glaze wear on rim. Measures 13" h x 6" w.
