Antique Vase Large Meiji Centerpiece Dragon Waves Japanese Silver

  

Dramatic Japanese Meiji silver centerpiece vase, ca 1900. Globular bowl with tall cylindrical neck and flared mouth; raised and inset foot. Bowl has wraparound roiling waves with claw-like spume in relief and a horned and scaley dragon, baring teeth and gripping the sides with talons.

Large dimensions: H 20.5 x W 15 x D 14 in. Weight: 116.5 troy ounces.