Vintage Japanese Bronze Vase, IKEBANA Flower Arrangement, Buddhist Temple Design

The Elegance of Wabi-Sabi: Timeless Bronze

◻︎Item: Japanese vintage bronze vase
◻︎Design: Stable with a wide, rounded base.
◻︎Dimensions: W 4.3" x H 9.3" (11cm x 23.5cm)
◻︎Weight: 39.6 oz (1125g) 
◻︎Material: bronze

The Story of This Piece:
This flower vase was once used in a Buddhist temple to hold sacred offerings. Crafted from thick, heavy bronze, its design features a robust body and a wide, stable base. The base flares slightly at the bottom, lending a subtle elegance and dignity to its sturdy form.

The nearly total absence of ornamentation suggests it was likely used in a Zen temple, where simplicity is prized. Through the thousands of times it was placed before the Buddha, it has acquired small dents and scratches. Yet, these marks do not detract from its beauty; instead, they allow us to feel the weight of time and the deep devotion of the many people who once handled it with prayer.

Condition & Character: 
This is a vintage vase. There are small scratches, dents and patina. Please inspect the images carefully.

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