花瓶 - 悬挂花瓶（新月形）与猴子链条 / 日本复古金属花瓶（高22厘米） - 日本 (沒有保留價)

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This is a very elegant metal hanging ornament, popular in tea ceremonies and traditional Japanese interiors.

Product Details
Product Name: Hanging Flower Vase (Crescent Moon Shape) with "Monkey Chain" Design
Material: Cast Iron. The heavy, aged black (or brown) rust finish gives it an antique feel.

Design:
Crescent Moon: The vase itself is shaped like a crescent moon, a symbol of auspicious phases. The surface features intricate relief carvings of pine trees and landscapes.

Monkey Chain (Long-armed Monkeys): The hanging chain features a design of long-armed monkeys linked together. This traditional, playful design symbolizes the wish to "connect relationships" (using the Japanese word for monkey, "saru," which sounds similar to "connecting" or "bonds").

Condition and Appeal
Condition: The piece exhibits natural rust throughout, which is considered part of the "aging" and "patina" characteristic of ironware. There are no large holes due to corrosion, and it remains fully functional.
Structure: It is typically used by placing a copper or other material "drop-in" (a container for water) inside the crescent-shaped vessel.
Artistic Appeal: The monkey's humorous expression and pose give the hard material of iron a soft and narrative quality.
Recommended Uses:
Tea Ceremony Setting: Hanging it in the alcove or on a pillar in a tea room and placing a single seasonal wildflower (tea flower) in it will enhance the space.
Japanese Modern Interior: Hanging it in the entryway or by a living room window allows you to enjoy it as a beautiful object with a striking contrast of light and shadow.
Gardening: It is also suitable for exterior decoration, such as hanging it from the eaves and allowing climbing plants to grow on it.

71*22cm
Total 1840g

(J0071)