Newport beach, CA
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An antique, heavy bronze vase from Kyoto Japan. Used for Ikebana or flower arrangements in a Buddhist temple. An archaistic …
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An antique, heavy bronze vase from Kyoto Japan. Used for Ikebana or flower arrangements in a Buddhist temple. An archaistic geometric cicada pattern on broad shoulder
short neck, wide mouth.
Estimated from early 20th century.
Japanese attachment to nature is made through insects, mushi, which hold an important place in the eyes of the Japanese. Particularly the cicadas, semi.
SUMMER MEMORIES
Typhoons and heavy heat are typical of summer in the archipelago, but for the Japanese, summer hasn't officially begun until the song of the cicadas is heard.
Insect hunting is a common pastime of the Japanese, and is especially popular in summer with children. Nets and plastic cages in hand, they go to catch the cicadas; Seeing larvae hatch is a privileged sight.
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- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 7ʺD × 9ʺH
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition Condition consistent with age and use Refer photos for details Excellent condition Condition consistent with age and use Refer photos for details less
Newport beach, CA
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