This is a plum blossom relief vase by Higuchi Hōzan 樋口芳山 of Takaoka Copperware, a company known for its bronze and Buddhist statues. The thick copperware is decorated with relief carvings of plum trees and flowers. As you can see from the rim of the vase, it is very thick and the carving technique is of an extremely high level. Takaoka Copperware vases are common, but ones with relief carvings dating back approximately 100 years are extremely rare. We believe this will be very popular with antique vase enthusiasts. Takaoka Copperware 高岡銅器： Takaoka Copperware refers to a collective term for traditional copper products primarily manufactured in and around Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. Takaoka City is renowned as the oldest town in Japan for metal crafts, with a particular emphasis on the production of copper goods. The region has inherited copperworking techniques dating back to the Edo period, and Takaoka Copperware is highly esteemed as a form of Japanese traditional craft, showcasing outstanding examples of artistic craftsmanship. Height 27.2 cm Width: 19.3 cm Depth: 19.7 cm Top 9.3 cm Bottom 11.5 cm Weight 5010 g Condition: Overall condition is good. There is no noticeable damage. There is some aging such as dirt, scratches, peeling, rubbing, and dullness. It was stored at home. There are also many photos, so please take a look. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 121922041223