Vintage Japanese Showa Era (mid 20th) Hand Thrown Vase Ikebana Kyodai likely 1920 or earlier judging

likely 1920 or earlier judging by the color of the bamboo

/it is deep styled chawan used to keep the tea warm longer

It measure 3 1/2" wide by 2" tall by 3/4" thick (9 x 5 x 2 cm)

It is made of a heavy bronze and has a thick cast design of birds (plovers and rabbits)

The water from this tetsubin pours clear and will continue to do so as long as the pot is properly cared for

Vintage Japanese Showa Era (mid 20th) Hand Thrown Vase Ikebana Kyodai likely 1920 or earlier judgingThis 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 = 8. 5" Diameter = 5. 5"