{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-sculptural-bonsai-43759","title":"Vintage Japanese Sculptural Bonsai Planter","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking vintage Japanese artist-made ceramic planter with an irregular crescent-shaped form and a deeply textured surface inspired by the rugged appearance of natural stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than following the conventional symmetrical form of a bonsai pot, this piece has been shaped into an elongated, asymmetrical vessel reminiscent of a fragment of rock or weathered landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts dramatic silhouette and exceptionally rough surface give it a strong sculptural presence even when displayed without a plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKURAMA STONE INSPIRED DESIGN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface and form of this ceramic vessel were created to evoke the rugged natural character associated with Kurama stone from Kyoto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that this piece is ceramic and is not made from actual Kurama stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coarse clay surface, irregular edges, cavities, ridges, and deliberately weathered appearance reproduce the visual character of naturally fractured stone and bark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSCULPTURAL CRESCENT FORM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vessel has an elongated boat-like or crescent silhouette with intentionally uneven heights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne end rises to approximately 10 cm, while the opposite side is approximately 7 cm high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis asymmetry gives the piece a completely different appearance depending on the viewing angle and creates a natural landscape-like composition when planted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dark gray to nearly black surface, rough clay body, and natural firing variations further emphasize its primitive, geological character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBONSAI \u0026amp; PLANTING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA drainage hole is located in the base, allowing the piece to function as a planter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts irregular form is particularly suited to bonsai, moss compositions, wild grasses, alpine plants, cascading or slanting tree forms, succulents, caudex plants, and other sculptural planting arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be displayed without plants as an abstract ceramic object or landscape vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum width:\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 20 cm \/ 7.87 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum depth:\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 15 cm \/ 5.91 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight:\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 7–10 cm \/ 2.76–3.94 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: Ceramic\u003cbr\u003e\nForm: Crescent \/ boat-shaped irregular planter\u003cbr\u003e\nColor: Dark gray to black\u003cbr\u003e\nDrainage hole: 1\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Japan\u003cbr\u003e\nPeriod: Vintage\u003cbr\u003e\nProduction: Artist-made\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no noticeable structural cracks, breaks, or major chips that interfere with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIMPORTANT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extremely rough surface, irregular edges, cavities, projections, fissure-like lines, and areas that may visually resemble chips or cracks are intentional characteristics of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey form part of the artist's attempt to evoke the appearance of naturally fractured stone and weathered organic surfaces and should not be considered damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariations in texture, form, coloration, and firing are inherent characteristics of this handmade ceramic piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease refer carefully to all photographs for the exact condition and surface characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind vintage piece. The photographs show the actual item you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53965887439155,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/Photoroom_20260831_223855.jpg?v=1788184169","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-japanese-sculptural-bonsai-43759","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}