Vintage Japanese Vase - Bronze Ikebana Tsurukubi Gourd with Tea Ceremony Gift Box

This Vintage Japanese Vase is a bronze Ikebana vase designed in the traditional Tsurukubi gourd shape, perfect for Japanese tea ceremony displays and minimalist Japandi style décor. Standing 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) tall and weighing 11.8 ounces (336 grams), this hand-cast bronze vase offers a unique blend of antique charm and functional elegance. The reddish-brown marbled finish reflects the Wabi Sabi aesthetic, making it an ideal antique bronze flower pot for Zen meditation décor or as a centerpiece in any room. Used historically in the Edo period and associated with Sen no Rikyu, the founder of Wabi-cha tea ceremony, this vase embodies 19th century Japanese art and craftsmanship.

Key features and benefits:

- Bronze Ikebana Vase crafted with traditional techniques → ensures durability and authentic vintage appeal

- Tsurukubi Gourd Vase shape → allows elegant display of single flowers, enhancing your tea ceremony or home décor

- Comes with a wooden Tea Ceremony Gift Box featuring Kanji signature → perfect for gifting or safe storage

- Reddish brown patina → complements Japandi style interiors and Japanese Wabi Sabi décor themes

- Authentic antique from Edo Period Bronzeware → adds historical value and cultural significance to your collection

Additional details:

- Size: Height 8.5 in (21.5 cm), Diameter 3 in (7.5 cm)

- Weight: 11.8 oz (336 g)

- Material: Hand cast bronze with natural aging marks

- Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor scratches consistent with age

- Ideal as a Japanese Tea Ceremony Vase or Zen Meditation décor accent

This vase’s simple yet striking design changes its impression depending on the flower inserted, making it versatile for both everyday use and special occasions. Its crane-like neck, from which its name "Tsurukubi" derives, symbolizes longevity and elegance in Japanese culture. The included wooden box with signature Kanji characters enhances its value as a collectible or gift.

Our shop offers free shipping to the US, Europe, and most regions worldwide, with secure courier services including DHL, FedEx, EMS, or Japan Post. We combine shipping on multiple purchases to save you costs. Returns are accepted within 14 days for buyer’s remorse; please review all photos carefully to appreciate the authentic vintage condition.

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