A Japanese dark blue-ground cloisonne vase dating from the Meji period. The vase depicts a bird and butterfly among flowers. Dimensions are: 10 in. tall X 5 1/2 in. wide; 25.4 cm tall X 14 cm wide. All measurements are approximate. Condition: It is in good condition. Provenance: From Mr. Straub in Minneapolis, MN. He collected these items through auctions at Sotheby's and Christie's in the early 1980s. To view additional photos, please see the following link:https://oag.smugmug.com/Sept-Asian-Session-1