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Subject:Help with inscription please On
Posted By: John A. Mon, Feb 22, 2021 IP: 2607:fb90:f340:343:c

I believe it to be from Japan but any help on origin and age, inscription/maker is appreciated.





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Subject:Re: Help with inscription please On
Posted By: Steve Gridley Tue, Feb 23, 2021

The vase is done in the Art Nouveau style (1890 - 1910). If the vase is well made and the decoration is hand chased with good detail then it is likely a period piece. Someone else will need to translate.

Subject:Re: Help with inscription please On
Posted By: I.Nagy Tue, Feb 23, 2021

Signature reads,
正美  - Masami
Japanese metal artist
Yotsuya Masami 四谷正美 1876-1941
Graduated from the Tokyo Fine Arts School in 1902.
Was advisor to Japan Metal Engraving Society and a member of the Japan Art Association.

With regards,
I.Nagy

Subject:Re: Help with inscription please On
Posted By: John A. Tue, Feb 23, 2021

Thank you I. Nagy you have been a wealth of knowledge to me and many on this thread and you are really appreciated:)


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