{"product_id":"japanese-ceramic-suiban-flower-vase-ikebana-light-blue-y561","title":"Japanese Ceramic Suiban Flower Vase Pottery Ikebana Accessory Light Blue Y561","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 a simple rectangular bowl shape and glazed with a sightly-textured light blue color. The inside bottom has a crystal effect that appears like water. It sits up on four small legs.\u003cbr\u003eSuiban means \"water tray\" and typically houses the spiked weight (kenzan) that hold 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\u003eBlue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePottery, ceramic, yakimono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 1710 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 2500 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 25.5 cm long x 18.5 cm wide x 13 cm tall x 7 cm deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some scratches and discolorations 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":41996449185827,"sku":"Y561 Suiban","price":76.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Ceramic-Suiban-Flower-Vase-Pottery-Ikebana-Accessory-Light-Blue-Y561.jpg?v=1773085565","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-ca\/products\/japanese-ceramic-suiban-flower-vase-ikebana-light-blue-y561","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}