{"product_id":"japanese-ceramic-usubata-suiban-flower-vase-ikebana-blue-y69","title":"Japanese Ceramic Usubata Suiban Flower Vase Vtg Pottery Ikebana Blue Pink Y69","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. This style can also be a ceramic version of an \u003cem\u003eusubata\u003c\/em\u003e, a traditionally bronze floral vase with a removable wide-mouthed top piece. This piece is large and round with a blue (celadon) glaze and a soft pink accent in a ring on the inside and outside. It balances on a small pedestal.\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, pink\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePottery, ceramic, yakimono\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 1756 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 2600 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 34.5 cm wide x 15 cm tall; [Bottom cup] 6.5 cm deep; [Entire piece] 14.5 cm deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some imperfections in glaze from production. 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":40581930254371,"sku":"Y69 Suiban","price":71.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Ceramic-Usubata-Suiban-Flower-Vase-Vtg-Pottery-Ikebana-Blue-Pink-Y69.jpg?v=1726609514","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-fr\/products\/japanese-ceramic-usubata-suiban-flower-vase-ikebana-blue-y69","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}