Japanese Small Ceramic Suiban Flower Vase Pottery Ikebana Arrangement Plum Y444

Vintage Japanese Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana Flower Arrangement

This is a vintage small ceramic Japanese flower vase, or suiban. It is a simple round shape with raised sides and bamboo leaf cutouts on the sides for airflow. On the front side are two plum blossoms (orange and blue), and on the inside is a simple branch of plum blossom buds. It has textured ridges in a band around the outside to give it a distinct wooden bucket look.
Suiban 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.

• Beige, blue, orange, brown
  
• Pottery, ceramic, yakimono
• C1970
• Item weight: 661 grams
• Packed weight: 900 grams
• Approx. 14 cm wide x 6.5 cm tall x 5 cm deep (2 cm deep when considering cutouts)
• Good condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• We got this piece at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan

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About Us: We 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.