An elegant and large Japanese mixed-metal vase. The body features a rich, speckled golden-olive patina, decorated with a magnificent scene of blooming chrysanthemums (kiku) and plum blossoms (ume). The decoration is achieved using sophisticated inlay and overlay techniques (zogan) with different metallic alloys, creating exceptional depth and detail. Signed on the base with the artist's mark "Keimei" (景明). • Period: Showa period (Mid-20th Century) • Material: Bronze with mixed-metal inlays • Height: 30 cm • Weight: 3 kg • Condition: Excellent vintage condition. • Signature: Signed "Keimei" 景明.