Pair of Antique Japanese Tokoname Red Clay Dragon & Phoenix Vases 1920-1930

This is a superb and highly decorative pair of antique Japanese Tokoname red-clay vases, dating to the Taishō/early Shōwa period, circa 1920s–1930s. It is of beautifully matched squat baluster form, each vase is finely decorated in relief against a wonderfully textured ground, one depicting a Japanese dragon and its companion a phoenix, creating a particularly striking and symbolic pairing. The decoration is exceptionally tactile, with the dragon and phoenix standing proudly on the stippled surfaces of their bodies. Further finely incised scrolling decoration surrounds the shoulders and necks, providing an attractive contrast against the richly textured clay. The warm, natural Tokoname red-brown clay gives the pair a wonderfully understated appearance, while the combination of dragon and phoenix imagery makes them especially decorative when displayed together. Both stand upon neatly formed circular foot rims and remain unmarked to the bases. A very handsome and unusual pair of Japanese ceramics, displaying beautifully as a true pair. Attributes: Japanese Tokoname ware Red clay/stoneware Dragon & Phoenix decoration Taishō / Early Shōwa Period Circa: 1920s–1930s ^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^ *A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece* Delivery Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services. Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell. We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition. For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days. Returns Policy: Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy (excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging). Pay securely - Telephone orders welcome Image result for payments accepted logos Secure-Payment-Vpadeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-004586-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card