Vintage Japanese Sorori (そろり) Flower Vase, 1966 - 1989 (Late Showa) | SKU: 26M-770

Japanese Sorori Flower Vase | Ikebana Bronze Vase & Minimalist Living Room Accent, 1966-1989 (Late Showa), SKU 26M-770

A signed bronze sorori vase of exceptional sculptural purity -- presented in its original fitted wood box with silk wrapping cloth.

A sorori is a classic Japanese vase form distinguished by its swelling teardrop body and dramatically elongated, narrow neck -- a silhouette refined over centuries for use in ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement. This example, cast in dark-patinated bronze, embodies the wabi-sabi aesthetic at its most restrained: every curve flows without interruption from the full, weighted belly to the slender cylindrical mouth, producing a form that reads equally as sculpture and vessel. The deep, near-black patina has been achieved through careful surface treatment, lending the piece a quiet gravity that complements both sparse floral compositions and bonsai accent displays. A maker's seal is visible on the base, and the fitted kiri wood storage box carries an inscribed lid -- hallmarks of a presentation-grade Japanese antique metalwork piece intended for the tokonoma alcove or the collector's shelf.

In a modern home this sorori vase is a versatile statement object. Stand it upright on a sideboard or entryway console with a single sculptural stem -- a dried branch, a grass plume, or a minimal ikebana arrangement -- to create an instant focal point aligned with Japandi style or minimalist decor. Lay it on its side across a coffee table tray for a purely sculptural living room accent that invites conversation. Its compact footprint also suits a home office shelf or bathroom ledge as a refined decorative object. Complete with its original box and protective wrapping cloth, it also makes a distinguished gift for collectors or a memorable housewarming gift for anyone drawn to handcrafted Japanese metalwork.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Cast bronze with dark patina finish; fitted kirii (paulownia) wood storage box with silk wrapping cloth
• Use: Ikebana flower vase; tokonoma alcove display; bonsai accent piece
• Modern Use: Minimalist living room accent or sculptural centerpiece; entryway console decor with a single floral stem; home office or shelf display object
• Features: Classic sorori teardrop silhouette with elongated neck; deep near-black patina with polished surface; maker's seal to base; original inscribed fitted wood box with cord ties and silk wrapping cloth included
• Dimensions: 3" Diameter x 12"H
• Condition: Excellent

A masterfully cast piece of Japanese antique metalwork -- where centuries of ikebana tradition meet sculptural form that feels entirely at home in a modern minimalist interior.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.