A Japanese Champleve Umbrella Stand

Meiji period (1868-1912), late 19th century, a tall bronze cast cylinder vessel with two sections filled with jewel toned enamels in champleve technique featuring large floral blooms, the underside has a raised four character mark.

23 3/4 x 8 1/4 in.

Collection of Michael and Ingrid Kelly, Worldwide Gallery Antiques, Fredericksburg, Virginia

Areas of enamel loss and wear to whole.