+ PAIR OF LARGE VASES WITH FLOWERS, Arita - Imari, Meiji era (1868-1912)
A pair of Japanese vases with decorations depicting various flowers, incl. chrysanthemums, cherries and pomegranates. They can evoke extensive symbolism, in Japan, cherry blossoms mean delicacy and tenderness, herald the appearance of spring, chrysanthemums are a symbol of the emperor, etc.
style = "color: # 888888;">Glazed porcelain, hand-painted.