Item Description This is a slender cast bronze flower vase (hanaire) crafted for single-stem arrangements. It features a bottle-shaped form with a rounded body that extends into a long neck and widens at the mouth, presenting an elegant and refined silhouette characteristic of Japanese decorative metalwork. The surface displays a richly mottled finish blending copper red and bronze gold tones, with irregularly distributed spots of varying depth creating a natural stone-like texture across the piece. This varied finish beautifully reflects light across the curved body and neck. As this item was received as a gift, details regarding the maker and period of production are unknown. It has been stored in a wooden box, and an inscription on the inside of the box lid indicates that it was presented as a commemorative gift to mark the recipient's receipt of a decoration or award. Condition As can be seen in the images, there is minor wear and light scratching consistent with age and storage. No structural damage, cracks, or evidence of restoration is present. Please review all provided images carefully as part of the item description before placing a bid. Dimensions Height: 22.5 cm Width: 8 cm Depth: 8 cm Mouth diameter: approx. 2.5 cm Weight 373 g Additional Information Material: Cast bronze Provenance: Received as a gift; maker and period of production unknown Accessories: Includes original wooden box. An inscription on the inside of the box lid indicates it was presented as a commemorative gift marking the receipt of a decoration or award 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.