Pair of Meiji era Japanese cloisonné vases, blue chrysanthemum on grey

Pair of Japanese cloisonné vases from the Meiji period, intricately adorned with chrysanthemum motifs in subtle blue enamels set against an earthy grey background. The vases feature a baluster-shaped body that ascends from a gently spreading foot to a broad-waisted neck with an outwardly flared rim.

Japan, 1890's

534 g
15.5 cm tall
4 cm top diameter
4 cm base diameter
8 cm diameter at widest point

Excellent condition; minor wear to base; one vase has surface chip.