Vintage Japanese Ceramic Suiban for Ikebana Flower Arrangement

This is a vintage ceramic Japanese flower vase, or suiban. 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.
Suiban 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.

• Gray, blue
• Pottery, ceramic, yakimono
• C1980
• Item weight: 1390 grams
• Packed weight: 2000 grams
• Approx. 25 cm wide x 12 cm tall x 5.5 cm deep
• Good condition considering age. Small light brown discoloration in glaze on inside. 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.