Item Description: Honma Takuma bronze chrysanthemum-pattern vase. This elegant piece showcases refined bronze casting with intricate chrysanthemum relief decoration covering the surface. The vase features a modern aesthetic with traditional motifs, combining classical chrysanthemum patterns with contemporary form. The bronze surface displays a rich patina developed through age, adding depth and character to the piece. The chrysanthemum relief work demonstrates skilled casting technique, with each petal and leaf carefully defined in the metalwork. The substantial construction and careful attention to detail reflect the high standards of bronze casting tradition. The piece serves both as a functional flower vessel and as a decorative sculptural object, embodying the dual nature of metalwork art. This vase represents the continuation of bronze casting traditions, where technical mastery meets artistic expression to create works that honor both material and form. Size Height: 24.3 cm Width: 18.7 cm Condition Good condition with age-appropriate wear and patina. Minor surface wear consistent with age. Artist Profile Honma Takuma is a bronze casting artist working in the tradition of decorative metalwork. His works demonstrate mastery of lost-wax bronze casting techniques, creating pieces with refined surface decoration and elegant forms. The name Honma is associated with a distinguished lineage of bronze casters from the Sado region, known for their development of spotted purple bronze (hanshido) techniques. This tradition, established in the nineteenth century, emphasized the creation of decorative bronze works including vases, incense burners, and scholar's objects, with particular attention to surface treatments that produce distinctive color variations. Takuma's works continue this metalworking heritage, combining traditional casting methods with modern aesthetic sensibilities. His pieces are characterized by detailed relief work and sophisticated patination, reflecting deep knowledge of bronze as a medium and its expressive possibilities. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.