Vintage Japanese Bronze Ikebana Vase (Usubata)

Japanese bronze Usubata Vase. Likely from the 19th Century. Made in 2 parts that fit together to make a beautiful statement piece. The base and the top can also be used independently as a vase and ikebana dish or incense burner.

Size: Diameter: 25.5Ccm X Height: 23cm

Material: Heavy Cast Bronze in 2 separate parts.

Purpose: used for Ikebana. The Japanese art of flower arranging most probably in temple setting.

More Info:

An "usubata" (薄板) is a traditional Japanese vase, typically made of bronze or brass, used for the art of flower arrangement, specifically the Ikenobo style

Shipping & Stock Info

All Vintage items are shipped next working day.  In an effort to tread a little lightly on this planet, we carefully package your item using a combination of new and recycled packaging materials. We understand that this item may be a one off item that is difficult to replace, so we take the utmost care in wrapping.

Rodwell and Astor requires a street address for all deliveries, unfortunately we do not deliver to PO boxes unless prior shipping arrangements have been made with us. Deliveries are only door to door and not brought into the premise unless stated otherwise.

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We check all orders thoroughly prior to notification that your goods are ready for collection, however we encourage all pick ups to be checked at the time of collection.  Collection of orders is the bearers responsibility and damage claims will not be accepted.