An inlaid-bronze vase
Meiji period (late 19th century), signed Mitsuaki koku and sealed Mitsu
Of pear shape on a short foot and with golden patina, decorated in silver, gilt and patinated bronze hirazogan, takazogan and incised details with chrysanthemums, cherry blossoms, roses and lilies, finish degraded
9¾in. (24.7cm.) high
An inlaid-bronze vase
Meiji period (late 19th century), signed Mitsuaki koku and sealed Mitsu
Of pear shape on a short foot and with golden patina, decorated in silver, gilt and patinated bronze hirazogan, takazogan and incised details with chrysanthemums, cherry blossoms, roses and lilies, finish degraded
9¾in. (24.7cm.) high