Lot 316 - ANTIQUE JAPANESE EARLY MEIJI CLOISONNE VASES NIGHT DAY

A pair of antique Japanese vases from the early Meiji period. Two vases represent Day and Night and are decorated with polychrome enamel using the cloisonne technique. Two vases that make up a set have the same design but slight differences in details. The inner surface of the neck of the first vase is white, it is a Day. The inner surface of the neck of the second vase is black, it is a Night. The surface of the vases are decorated with contour flying petals, and images of butterflies, flowers and small birds on a turquoise ground. Unmarked. Meiji era, 1868 to 1912, reign of Emperor Mutsuhito. Antique and Vintage Asian Collectibles, Oriental Enamel Vases, Home Decor And Gifts.