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JAPAN, MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) - TAISHO (1912-1926) Porcelain...

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JAPAN, MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) - TAISHO (1912-1926) Porcelain scroll vase with Imari decoration in blue, coral and gold highlights of blossoming shrubs and flowers in cartouches. H. 60.5 cm (Through crack, chips) Provenance Presumed private collection of Monsieur Auguste Gérard (1852-1922), French ambassador to China (1893-1897) and Japan (1907-1913). Then by descent to the current owner. Lot possibly mentioned in the family inventory made in November 1976 under number 100 page 14 "Porte parapluie Japon (accidents)". An anonymized copy of the page concerning this lot may be issued to the buyer.