Vase - Bronze - Japan - Scroll Handles Lobed Rim
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Bronze Japanese hanaire tea ceremony flower vase in kikyo form with a flat ichimonji mouth and a lobed rim, featuring two scrolling foliate handles, standing 17.5 cm high with a 16.5 cm width and depth, weighing 637 g, dating from 1900–2000 and in good condition with age-related wear, supplied with a wooden storage box.
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Item Description
This is a Japanese tea ceremony flower vase (hanaire) in the kikyo (bellflower) form with an ichimonji-style flat, wide-flared mouth. The shallow mouth has a lobed, petal-shaped rim, and a small opening at the center takes the flower stems. It rises on a slender cylindrical neck with a stepped ring. Two scrolling foliate handles, in a fleur-de-lis-like design, are attached on opposite sides. The vase stands on a round, flared foot and has a dark patina with a smooth, lustrous finish on the neck and base. The pairing of a restrained silhouette with delicate openwork handles makes it suitable for a tea room alcove (tokonoma) or for display.
Size
Height: 17.5 cm
Width: 16.5 cm
Depth: 16.5 cm
Weight
637 g
Condition
Age-related wear is present, but the piece is clean overall with no notable damage. Fine surface scratches, light dust-like marks and minor discoloration are visible on the inner surface of the mouth and near the rim, and the opening shows some wear.
Additional Information
Category: Japanese tea ceremony utensil (chadogu), flower vase (hanaire).
Material: patinated metal.
Origin: Japan.
Accessories: a wooden storage box is included.
No maker's mark or signature was identified in the photographs.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped by Japan Post or DHL, depending on the situation.
Due to the changes to the EU tax-free (VAT) system, Japan Post has become unable to ship certain goods valued at €150 or less to an increasing number of European countries. Depending on the destination and circumstances, the shipping method may therefore be changed from Japan Post to DHL.
Delivery normally takes approximately 3 weeks, or up to 3 months if the item is shipped by sea.
Please note that import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
For customs clearance, your local customs office or delivery company may contact you by phone or email. To avoid any delays or the return of the parcel, please ensure that you can respond promptly to any such requests. If the parcel is returned due to an inability to contact you or complete customs clearance, additional shipping charges, which may be more than twice the original shipping cost, will apply for reshipment.
Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. We will do our utmost to ensure that your item arrives safely and without any issues.
Seller's Story
A Japanese living in Japan, I appreciate traditional and modern art.
I specialize in selecting artworks that reflect quiet strength, refined beauty, and timeless craftsmanship of Japanese culture. My collection focuses on pieces that carry a story—whether traditional ukiyo‑e prints, contemporary works inspired by wabi‑sabi aesthetics, or handcrafted items created by regional artisans.
With years of experience working closely with artists, studios, and collectors across Japan, I take pride in offering works that are both visually compelling and culturally meaningful. Every item is carefully curated for authenticity, condition, and artistic value, ensuring that bidders can participate with confidence.
My goal is to connect international collectors with the richness of Japanese artistry—pieces that bring harmony, character, and a touch of Japan’s spirit into your home.
I look forward to sharing these works with you and hope they inspire the same appreciation and joy they bring to me :)
Translated by Google TranslateItem Description
This is a Japanese tea ceremony flower vase (hanaire) in the kikyo (bellflower) form with an ichimonji-style flat, wide-flared mouth. The shallow mouth has a lobed, petal-shaped rim, and a small opening at the center takes the flower stems. It rises on a slender cylindrical neck with a stepped ring. Two scrolling foliate handles, in a fleur-de-lis-like design, are attached on opposite sides. The vase stands on a round, flared foot and has a dark patina with a smooth, lustrous finish on the neck and base. The pairing of a restrained silhouette with delicate openwork handles makes it suitable for a tea room alcove (tokonoma) or for display.
Size
Height: 17.5 cm
Width: 16.5 cm
Depth: 16.5 cm
Weight
637 g
Condition
Age-related wear is present, but the piece is clean overall with no notable damage. Fine surface scratches, light dust-like marks and minor discoloration are visible on the inner surface of the mouth and near the rim, and the opening shows some wear.
Additional Information
Category: Japanese tea ceremony utensil (chadogu), flower vase (hanaire).
Material: patinated metal.
Origin: Japan.
Accessories: a wooden storage box is included.
No maker's mark or signature was identified in the photographs.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped by Japan Post or DHL, depending on the situation.
Due to the changes to the EU tax-free (VAT) system, Japan Post has become unable to ship certain goods valued at €150 or less to an increasing number of European countries. Depending on the destination and circumstances, the shipping method may therefore be changed from Japan Post to DHL.
Delivery normally takes approximately 3 weeks, or up to 3 months if the item is shipped by sea.
Please note that import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
For customs clearance, your local customs office or delivery company may contact you by phone or email. To avoid any delays or the return of the parcel, please ensure that you can respond promptly to any such requests. If the parcel is returned due to an inability to contact you or complete customs clearance, additional shipping charges, which may be more than twice the original shipping cost, will apply for reshipment.
Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. We will do our utmost to ensure that your item arrives safely and without any issues.
Seller's Story
A Japanese living in Japan, I appreciate traditional and modern art.
I specialize in selecting artworks that reflect quiet strength, refined beauty, and timeless craftsmanship of Japanese culture. My collection focuses on pieces that carry a story—whether traditional ukiyo‑e prints, contemporary works inspired by wabi‑sabi aesthetics, or handcrafted items created by regional artisans.
With years of experience working closely with artists, studios, and collectors across Japan, I take pride in offering works that are both visually compelling and culturally meaningful. Every item is carefully curated for authenticity, condition, and artistic value, ensuring that bidders can participate with confidence.
My goal is to connect international collectors with the richness of Japanese artistry—pieces that bring harmony, character, and a touch of Japan’s spirit into your home.
I look forward to sharing these works with you and hope they inspire the same appreciation and joy they bring to me :)
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Weight
637 g
Title additional information
Scroll Handles Lobed Rim
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Bronze
Style
Antique
Colour
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
17.5 cm
Width
16.5 cm
Depth
16.5 cm
Estimated period
1900-2000
