Vintage Japanese Showa Era (mid 20th) Hand Thrown Vase Ikebana Ikebana/Bonsai signifying abundance and well-wishes for

signifying abundance and well-wishes for the newlyweds

typically hinoki or Japanese cypress

It has a beautiful hand painted Noh mask on the bottom and tiny calligraphy on the sides

There are signs of wear and oxidation in between the outer rim edge where trapped moisture from the hands from regular use and practice collects

The face hair and flowers are all hand painted in colored lacquer

Vintage Japanese Showa Era (mid 20th) Hand Thrown Vase Ikebana Ikebana/Bonsai signifying abundance and well-wishes forThis is a vintage Japanese hand thrown ceramic vase for flowers or any other decoration that could use a vessel of this size and shape. It has been high fired for lasting durability. Having been carefully displayed and well cared for in recent decades this vase remains in fine condition. From a local estate of a life long ikebana practitioner who immigrated from Japan with much of her collection in the 1960's. Height = 9" Diameter = 4. 25"