Japanese Hanshido Mottled Purple Bronze Vase Ikebana Vessel 23.5cm Wood This subtle inscription adds a

This subtle inscription adds a sense of history and individuality

Description This is a Japanese bronze rectangular flower vase finished in a beautiful Han Shido (reddish-brown patina) tone

though detailed records of this artisan are predominantly found in specialized regional archives

Estimated to date from the late Edo to early Meiji period

specifically crafted to hold a single stem or branch

Japanese Hanshido Mottled Purple Bronze Vase Ikebana Vessel 23.5cm Wood This subtle inscription adds aJapanese Hanshido Mottled Purple Bronze Vase Ikebana Vessel 23. 5cm This is a magnificent Japanese bronze vase (Hana ire) featuring the prestigious "Hanshido" ( Mottled Purple Bronze) technique. Characterized by its stunning, nebula like patterns of deep reddish purple and dark mottled spots, this vase is a masterpiece of traditional metalwork. The vase has a sophisticated, broad shouldered form that provides a stable and elegant presence, making it