About This Piece At first glance, this bronze vase presents a quiet, deeply subdued appearance, but a closer look reveals a beautiful interplay of rich blues, deep navy, and black marble-like patterns, accented by delicate golden shimmer. Color and Surface The entire surface features a marble-like pattern that blends rich blue, deep navy, and black, overlaid with finely shimmering gold decoration. From a distance, the vase appears predominantly dark, almost black. Up close, however, intricate variations of blue and navy emerge within the darker tones, revealing the richness of its marbled surface. Depending on the lighting, the gold decoration becomes more prominent, adding a delicate golden sparkle against the deep blues and blacks. The rounded body displays a rich mixture of blue and black marbling, while the slender neck features subtle golden details across its textured surface. Form and Presence The vase has an elegant silhouette, with a gently rounded body rising into a long, slender neck. Made of bronze, it has a substantial weight, with a distinctive contrast between its full, rounded body and narrow, upright neck. It can be used to display flowers or branches, while its deep colors and graceful silhouette also make it appealing as a standalone decorative piece. Artist, Origin and Mark This bronze vase is a work of Takaoka Bronze Ware (高岡銅器), a traditional Japanese metalcraft, created by Hōun (峰雲). The artist's signature is engraved on the underside of the vase. Condition The vase is in very good overall condition, with no noticeable scratches. It appears to be unused, although this cannot be confirmed. As it has been stored for an extended period since the Shōwa era (1926–1989), there may be minor dirt or marks that are not visible in the photographs. Please refer to the photographs of the actual item for its color and condition. Important Information 1. About the Interior Display Images Images showing the artwork displayed in an interior setting have been virtually created to illustrate how it may look in a room. 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 item description. For its color and actual condition, please refer to the photographs taken directly of the artwork alone. 2. Shipping to Italy Shipments to Italy may be subject to additional inspections at the discretion of the Italian customs authorities. Any costs arising from such inspections are the responsibility of the buyer. Additional inspections may also cause delays in customs clearance and delivery. Please be aware of these possibilities before making a purchase. 3. Shipping, Import Duties, and Customs Clearance The item will be carefully packaged and shipped via DHL or Japan Post. The usual delivery time is approximately 1–2 weeks, although 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. Any such charges incurred in the destination country 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 required customs procedures, the buyer will be responsible for all costs associated with the return and reshipment. Thank you for your understanding.