Fine Japanese Meiji period mixed metal vase by Nogawa Noboru, depicting a bird perched on a cherry tree and silver inlay bamboo beside it. Signed by Hidekuni 秀國. Marked to the base with hiragana character の (“no”) and three vertical lines in the background for 川 (“kawa”, or “gawa” in compounds).
In good antique condition with some age-related surface marks as per photographs.
Height: 17 cm