Noritake Vase Appraisal

Noritake Decorative Urn Vase with Oriental Pagoda and Floral Motif

The item is a small to medium-sized urn-shaped vase, approximately 8-12 inches tall, crafted from what appears to be ceramic or porcelain, possibly Noritake china given additional context. Its primary color is a matte, slightly muted olive or moss green, providing a rich background for its intricate hand-painted design. The vase features two prominent handles with a curved, ear-like shape, each adorned with a gold trim along its upper edge and rim, exhibiting some wear or fading on the gold. The neck of the vase is decorated with a repeating geometric or stylized pattern in a lighter, off-white or cream color, possibly with gold accents that are now less prominent. The main body of the vase depicts a scenic oriental motif, typical of Japanese or Chinese landscapes. It includes a prominent multi-tiered pagoda building in shades of light pink, white, and grey, nestled amongst stylized trees and flowing weeping willows in light green and white. In the foreground and on either side of the pagoda, there are clusters of pink flowers, possibly cherry blossoms or peonies, with green foliage. The painting style suggests a delicate, somewhat impressionistic approach. The base of the vase is narrower than the body, circular, and also a matching olive green, with a gold band around its rim. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious cracks or chips visible from the image, though surface dirt or dust is present. The gold accents show some rubbing, indicative of age and handling. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, typical of mass-produced decorative ceramics from the early to mid-20th century. While no specific maker's marks are visible, the style is consistent with Noritake's Moriage or Hand-Painted designs that were popular post-WWI.