KIYOMITSU: AN INLAID SENTOKU BRONZE VASE WITH IRIS By Kiyomitsu, signed Kiyomitsu Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) The vase with an elongated ovoid body on a flat recessed foot, with a rounded shoulder and broad mouth. Decorated with shibuichi-inlaid irises in shishiabori (sunken relief), the flowers and leaves with fine incision work and with gilt details. Signed KIYOMITSU. HEIGHT 12 cm WEIGHT 218.1 g Condition: Very condition with minor expected surface wear as well as two small nicks on the shoulder. Provenance: German private collection.