#0601 Large Japanese Export Stick Stand, Meiji period (1868-1911), Signed **SOLD** November 2017

A large, and heavy, Stick Stand, ( for holding walking sticks and umbrellas), profusely decorated, in Satsuma style, with a panapoly of historical scenes enclosed within elaborately enamelled textile (?) patterns and surmounted by a large coiled dragon amongst stylized clouds. This item was made in Japan for export to Europe or America during the late 19th or early 20th Century.

Condition: there are chips to the rim, some cracks around the base and losses to the head and claws of the dragon.

39cm (15.3 inches) high Weight: approx 9 kg (19lb 12oz).