Vintage Japanese Takaoka Bronze Art Vase Gold & Copper-Tone Decorative Finish Showa Period – Japan This elegant Japanese art vase is a traditional Takaoka metalwork piece from Takaoka, Toyama Prefecture, one of Japan’s most important centres of metal craftsmanship. The vase is accompanied by its original leaflet titled “About Takaoka Bronze Ware” and its original storage box. The leaflet identifies Otani Kisaku Shoten of Takaoka City, a company associated with Takaoka bronze and metal art crafts. Takaoka metalworking has a history of more than 400 years, beginning in the early Edo period. Over the centuries, the region developed from the production of practical cast-metal objects into an internationally recognised centre for decorative bronze and metal art. The vase has a classical Japanese form with a rounded body, narrow elongated neck and flared mouth. Its surface features a rich copper-brown colour combined with extensive gold-tone decoration and darker abstract patterns, creating a deep and luxurious appearance. The decorative surface changes subtly depending on the viewing angle and lighting, giving the vase a particularly attractive presence as an interior art object. Takaoka copperware was officially designated as a Traditional Craft of Japan in 1975. Period: Showa period. The exact production year is unknown. Based on the accompanying materials, packaging and overall presentation, this appears to be a vintage piece, possibly dating from the later Showa period. Condition: Unused / new old stock. The vase itself has been preserved in very good condition. Please note that the original storage box shows age-related wear, including deterioration, rubbing, creasing and damage to the cardboard, as visible in the photographs. Please carefully examine all photographs for the detailed condition. Size & Weight: Please refer to the measurement photographs. Approximate height: 23 cm Approximate maximum body width: 13 cm Approximate mouth diameter: 5 cm Approximate weight: 1.21 kg Accessories: - Original storage box - Original Japanese leaflet about Takaoka bronze ware The original leaflet and box are particularly useful in documenting the vase’s connection with the Takaoka metalworking tradition. This is an attractive example of vintage Japanese decorative metalwork, combining traditional Takaoka craftsmanship with the distinctive decorative aesthetics of the Showa period. A fine collectible for enthusiasts of Japanese metalwork, Takaoka bronze, Japanese decorative arts and vintage Japanese interiors. The item will be carefully packed for safe international shipping from Japan. Keywords: Takaoka bronze, Takaoka copperware, Japanese bronze vase, Japanese metal vase, Takaoka vase, Japanese art vase, vintage Japanese vase, Showa period, Showa era Japan, Japanese metalwork, Japanese traditional craft, Japanese decorative art, Toyama Japan, Takaoka Toyama, Otani Kisaku Shoten, gold decorated vase, copper tone vase, Japanese flower vase, Japanese collectible, vintage Japanese decor, Japanese interior decor, Japanese craftsmanship, metal art Japan, traditional Japanese metalwork, Japanese antique style, original box, original leaflet, Japanese art object, Asian decorative art, Japan vintage ■Please Note■ Shipping Information: Items are shipped from Japan. As this involves international shipping, please be sure to check the shipping costs before placing a bid. Items are packed with great care to prevent damage during transit. Shipping costs are calculated based on the net weight of the item, packaging materials, and the weight of the shipping box. Depending on the situation, items will be shipped via DHL, FedEx, or Japan Post. Delivery typically takes 1 to 3 weeks. Import duties, taxes, and fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. You may be contacted by phone or email by customs authorities in your country or the shipping carrier regarding customs clearance procedures. Please ensure you are available to answer the phone. If the carrier is unable to contact you, the package will be returned to us, and you will be charged double the shipping fee for re-shipment. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.