Vintage Japanese Flower Vase, 1946 - 1965 (Mid Showa) | SKU: 26M-779-5

Japanese Ikebana Vase | Vintage Flower Vase & Minimalist Decor Accent, 1946-1965 (Mid Showa), SKU 26M-779-5

A celadon-glazed pottery vase with soft oval form, fine crackle finish, and an artist's seal -- a quiet embodiment of the wabi-sabi aesthetic.

An ikebana vase is a vessel designed specifically for the Japanese art of flower arranging, where the shape and glaze of the container are considered as integral to the composition as the flowers themselves. This handcrafted Japanese pottery vase dates to the Mid Showa period and displays the restrained elegance typical of studio ceramics made in postwar Japan. Thrown on a wheel -- as evidenced by the concentric throwing rings visible on the unglazed base -- the body takes a full, egg-like oval form that tapers to a narrow mouth, naturally guiding a spare arrangement of ikebana or bonsai-style branches. The exterior is covered in a soft celadon glaze that shifts between pale grey and cool seafoam, pooling subtly toward the base. A delicate overall crackle -- the hallmark of fine Japanese stoneware -- adds depth and a quiet sense of age. A hand-impressed artist's seal is stamped into the unglazed foot, confirming this as a signed work by a studio potter.

In a modern home, this vintage Japanese ceramic vase is as versatile as it is beautiful. Stand a single stem or seasonal branch in it for an effortless ikebana-style living room accent, or place it empty on a shelf or mantle where its sculptural form and celadon glaze speak for themselves. Its compact size makes it ideal for a bedroom side table, home office desk, or bathroom ledge -- anywhere that benefits from a calm, Japandi-style touch. It would also make a thoughtful housewarming gift for anyone drawn to Japanese antiques, handcrafted ceramics, or minimalist decor.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Stoneware with celadon glaze; unglazed foot ring
• Use: Ikebana flower vase; bonsai display vessel
• Modern Use: Single-stem flower vase for living room or bedroom decor; sculptural shelf accent in Japandi or minimalist interiors; housewarming gift for collectors of Japanese ceramics
• Features: Full oval wheel-thrown form; soft celadon glaze with pale grey-green tone; fine overall crackle finish visible on lower body; narrow mouth suited to spare arrangements; unglazed flat base with visible throwing rings; hand-impressed artist's seal stamp on foot
• Dimensions: 5" Diameter x 7"H
• Condition: Excellent

A signed piece of handcrafted Japanese pottery that brings the calm beauty of ikebana and the wabi-sabi aesthetic into any modern home.

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.