About This Piece A bronze flower vase distinguished by its rich interplay of reddish-brown to deep brown marbled tones and gold decoration, accented by crisp blue-green horizontal lines that create a striking contrast of color and pattern. Design and Craftsmanship This is a bronze flower vase from Takaoka Bronze Ware (高岡銅器), Japan. The surface features a marbled pattern ranging from red to brown, with gold decoration applied throughout. Reddish-brown and deep brown tones overlap irregularly with the gold, creating a richly varied surface. Fine blue-green horizontal lines provide a distinctive accent across the upper and lower sections of the vase. The upper section features numerous closely spaced lines forming a broad band, while the lower section is defined by narrower bands separated by wider intervals. The contrast between the irregular marbled surface and the precisely arranged horizontal lines gives the vase a refined design without appearing monotonous. Color and Surface Gold decoration is layered over the red-to-brown marbled surface. Depending on how the light falls on the vase, some areas appear more prominently golden, while in others the reddish tones become more pronounced. The blue-green horizontal lines add a clear accent, bringing together reddish-brown, deep brown, gold, and blue-green tones across the surface. Form, Dimensions and Practical Use The vase has a rounded, elongated body that gradually narrows from the shoulders toward a short, slender mouth, creating a smooth and well-defined silhouette. With a height of approximately 22 cm and a weight of 675 g, the vase has good stability when arranging flowers. Its weight also allows it to securely accommodate arrangements using branches as well as flowers, making it a practical vase for actual use. Origin and Period This is a Japanese bronze flower vase from Takaoka Bronze Ware (高岡銅器), dating from the Shōwa period (昭和時代). Included Item An original leaflet (栞) is included. Condition The vase is in very good overall condition. As this is a Shōwa-period piece that has been stored for a long period, there may be minor scratches or dirt from storage. Please also refer to the photographs for the actual condition. Important Information 1. About the Interior Display Images Images showing the artwork displayed in an interior setting have been created virtually to illustrate how the piece may look when displayed indoors. The artwork itself has not been edited or altered in these images. For the actual size of the artwork, please refer to the dimensions stated in the description. For the actual color and condition, please refer to the photographs showing the artwork itself taken directly. 2. Shipping to Italy At the discretion of the Italian customs authorities, the shipment may be subject to additional inspection. Any costs associated with such additional inspection are the responsibility of the buyer. Additional inspection may also cause delays in customs clearance and delivery. Please make your purchase with an understanding of these possibilities. 3. Shipping, Import Duties and Customs Clearance The item will be carefully packed and shipped via DHL or Japan Post. The usual delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, but delivery may take longer depending on customs procedures and local delivery conditions. Import duties, taxes, customs clearance fees, and any other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. If any such charges are incurred locally, they are the responsibility of the buyer. If the item is returned due to refusal to pay import duties, taxes, or other customs-related charges, refusal to accept delivery, or failure to complete the necessary customs procedures, the buyer will be responsible for the costs associated with the return and reshipment. Thank you for your understanding.