Japanese Bronze Suiban Basin - Meiji Era Antique Dragon Relief Cast Metal Vessel

This Japanese bronze suiban basin is an exquisite antique from the Meiji era, crafted in the 1890s using the lost wax casting bronze technique. Designed as a traditional Japanese flower vase and ikebana flower holder, this cast metal basin offers both artistic beauty and functional use for displaying floral arrangements or Japanese suiseki display stones. Measuring 15 inches wide by 10.6 inches deep (38 cm × 27 cm) and standing 4.1 inches tall (10.5 cm), it weighs approximately 158.4 ounces (4500 grams), making it a substantial vintage bronze vessel that commands attention in any setting.

This antique dragon relief basin features intricate decorative wave patterns carved across its surface, with a striking dragon relief set against a cloud motif on the base. The piece’s shape originates from a traditional Japanese weight (fun-do), historically used to measure gold and silver for currency exchange, blending heritage with artistry. The Shippo Mon motif, or Seven Treasures pattern, decorates the basin with interlocking circles symbolizing infinite connection and harmony, enhancing its cultural significance and visual appeal.

Crafted entirely from bronze through the lost wax casting process, this suiban basin exemplifies exceptional metalwork rarely seen in such elaborate detail outside ceramics. Its ornate design and historical provenance make it a prized addition to any collection of Japanese antique furniture or Meiji era antiques.

Key features:

- Authentic Meiji era antiques dating back to the late 19th century

- Lost wax casting bronze construction ensures durability and fine detail

- Antique dragon relief enhances aesthetic and cultural value

- Traditional Japanese weight-inspired shape blends function with history

- Decorative wave patterns add texture and depth to the surface

- Shippo Mon motif symbolizes perpetuity and harmony

- Size: W15in × D10.6in × H4.1in (38cm × 27cm × 10.5cm)

- Weight: 158.4oz (4500g)

This basin is in very good vintage condition with minor scratches and dirt consistent with its age, reflecting authentic use over time while preserving its structural integrity. It has been carefully preserved as a collectible piece of Japanese antique furniture suited for ikebana flower arrangements or as a decorative vintage bronze vessel.

Collectors and enthusiasts will appreciate this rare example of cast metal basin artistry combined with cultural symbolism from Japan’s Meiji period. Whether displayed as a centerpiece or used practically for Japanese flower vase arrangements, this suiban basin elevates any space with history and craftsmanship.

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