Vintage Japanese Showa Era (mid 20th) Hand Thrown Vase Ikebana Katazome The interior of each bowl

The interior of each bowl is organized by a bold sweeping iron-red cloud-form cartouche dividing the composition into two zones: the upper register filled with lush botan (牡丹

He is round because the word for round “Daru” in Japanese sounds identical to Daru-ma

Carved decorations and woven in traditional motif

adding a touch of historical charm to any setting

Copper hardware

Vintage Japanese Showa Era (mid 20th) Hand Thrown Vase Ikebana Katazome The interior of each bowlThis is a vintage Japanese hand thrown ceramic vase for flowers or any other decoration that could use a vessel of this size and shape. It has been high fired for lasting durability. Having been carefully displayed and well cared for in recent decades this vase remains in fine condition. From a local estate of a life long ikebana practitioner who immigrated from Japan with much of her collection in the 1960's. Height = 10" Diameter = 6. 25"