This is a stunning Japanese vase in bronze inlaid with silver which dates from the 19th century. Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging. Ikebana dates back to around the 6th century when Buddhism came to Japan and it evolved from the Buddhist practice of offering flowers to the spirits of the dead. Ikebana has many styles and vases vary a lot. This particular 19th century vase is very striking, measuring 27 cm high. It has a removable shallow flat dish to the top (30cm diameter) which can be lifted out, so giving greater versatility to the designs which could be used. It is bronze which is skilfully inlaid with solid silver. The piece is in very good order save for a couple of minor dents at the bottom back. This has a lovely deep, rich colour and antique patina would make a very good statement piece for a side table or console table.Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.We can arrange worldwide delivery on all the items we have in stock, please ask for an accurate quote.Email: We offer a full money back guarantee if you are not happy for whatever reason within a seven day period as long as the buyer pays for transportation costs.Height is 27cm (10.6inches)
Width is 30cm (11.8inches)
Depth is 30cm (11.8inches)