Details
- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 7ʺD × 11ʺH
- Period
- 1990s
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Bamboo
- Pewter
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition. Some dust and water stains inside Refer photos for details Excellent condition. Some dust and water stains inside Refer photos for details less
- Description
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This satin finished Pewter container depicts the flowers of the four seasons in the Asian, Chinese and Japanese cultures.
The … more This satin finished Pewter container depicts the flowers of the four seasons in the Asian, Chinese and Japanese cultures.
The mouth of the vase is shaped like the opening of the petals of a flower.
The blooms of the four seasons:
- Tree Peony (Summer)
- Lotus (Spring)
- Chrysanthemum (Autumn)
- Plum Blossom (Winter)
are skillfully and realistically captured onto each of the four sides of this vase, which incorporates function into its artistic design.
The Flowers of the Four Seasons are a group of flowers in Chinese art and culture which represent the four seasons. Furthermore, each also signifies other symbolic meanings. For instance,
- Peony is called flower of wealth and honor, which symbolizes longevity, loyalty, happiness and eternal beauty
- Lotus has the hidden meaning of continuous harmony, and it represents purity and detachment from worldly cares. Because the Buddha is often depicted as seated on a lotus, the flower is also considered to be a sacred Buddhist symbol.
- Chrysanthemum means longevity, and it symbolizes people who maintain their virtue despite adversity and temptation.
- Plum symbolizes courage, and when it is drawn with bamboo it represents friendship.
In excellent condition.
Comes in original wood storage box.
From a private estate in Tokyo, Japan less
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