{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-ikebana-vase-sculptural-50995","title":"Vintage Sculptural Ceramic Japanese Ikebana Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinctive vintage Japanese ceramic ikebana vessel dating from the Showa era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vessel has an unusual sculptural silhouette, combining sweeping curves with a strong upright geometric form. Carved linear decoration follows the shape of the piece, while the softly varied glaze emphasizes its architectural surface and handmade character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring 31.5 cm (12.4 in) across, it has a substantial presence without feeling heavy. Its asymmetrical form was designed for ikebana, allowing a single branch or a restrained arrangement to become part of the overall composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is equally compelling when displayed without flowers and can be appreciated as a sculptural ceramic object in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts abstract form works particularly well in wabi-sabi, modernist, mid-century, brutalist, and contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA maker's mark is present, although we have not been able to confidently identify or read the signature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003cbr\u003e\nPeriod: Showa era \/ Vintage\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Ceramic\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Ikebana flower vessel\u003cbr\u003e\nStyle: Sculptural \/ Abstract\u003cbr\u003e\nMaker: Signed \/ marked, maker currently unidentified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 31.5 cm \/ 12.4 in\u003cbr\u003e\nDepth: 9.5 cm \/ 3.7 in\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 19.5 cm \/ 7.7 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a faint hairline crack near the upper area of the vessel. It appears minor and the piece remains structurally stable. Please refer carefully to the photographs for the exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOtherwise, the vessel is clean and well preserved for its age, with minor signs of age and previous use consistent with a vintage ceramic piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the maker's mark is present but currently unidentified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful example of postwar Japanese ceramic design, balancing function, asymmetry, texture, and sculptural form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54122254041395,"sku":null,"price":178.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/il_fullxfull.8608835641_2vag.jpg?v=1790082530","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-japanese-ikebana-vase-sculptural-50995","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}