A LARGE BRONZE VASE WITH GEESE AND WATER LILIES Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) The vase with a compressed globular body rising from four lobed feet, a long cylindrical neck, and an everted rim. Finely cast in high relief and openwork with two geese, one in flight and the other in a pond with water lilies, bamboo, lotus, and tree stumps. The vase is hand-painted to create a reddish patina effect. HEIGHT 46.5 cm WEIGHT 5,966 g Condition: Very good condition with minor expected surface wear, small nicks and scratches here and there, and a central piercing to the base, possibly for use as a lamp. Provenance: German private collection.