{"product_id":"japanese-ceramic-suiban-flower-vase-ikebana-gray-blue-y526","title":"Japanese Ceramic Suiban Flower Vase Pottery Ikebana Arrangement Gray Blue Y526","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Japanese Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana Flower Arrangement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage ceramic Japanese flower vase, or \u003cem\u003esuiban\u003c\/em\u003e. It is glazed with a matte light gray to almost black gradient on the outside, but has a beautiful glass\/water-like glaze on the inside. It has a mostly flat inside space and stands on a short pedestal foot.\u003cbr\u003eSuiban means \"water tray\" and typically houses the spiked weight (kenzan) that holds ikebana flower stems in place, but can also be used as a base for a flower pot, or even a potted bonsai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGray, blue\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePottery, ceramic, yakimono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 1390 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 2000 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 25 cm wide x 12 cm tall x 5.5 cm deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Small light brown discoloration in glaze on inside. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe got this piece at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitchen \u0026 Tableware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41405555867683,"sku":"Y526 Suiban","price":115.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Ceramic-Suiban-Flower-Vase-Pottery-Ikebana-Arrangement-Gray-Blue-Y526.jpg?v=1763580598","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-ca\/products\/japanese-ceramic-suiban-flower-vase-ikebana-gray-blue-y526","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}