Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tsurunekubi Vase, Cobalt Blue Glaze with Iron-Brown Floral Relief, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26M-864

Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tsurunekubi Vase, Cobalt Blue Glaze with Iron-Brown Floral Relief, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26M-864

A striking long-neck porcelain vase dressed in deep cobalt blue, with hand-applied iron-brown floral relief and a signed wooden presentation box.

A tsurunekubi-bin -- literally a "crane-neck bottle" -- is a classic form in Japanese ceramic art, prized for its dramatic elongated neck rising from a rounded teardrop body. This vintage Japanese porcelain vase exemplifies that tradition with exceptional refinement. The body is enveloped in a rich, glossy cobalt blue glaze, and the rounded belly carries hand-applied relief decoration in warm iron-brown tones depicting stylized blossoms and foliage. The contrast between the luminous blue ground and the earthy amber-brown motifs is bold yet harmonious -- a hallmark of skilled Late Showa studio ceramics. The piece comes complete with its original wooden tomobako (presentation box), the lid brushed with calligraphy and bearing a red seal stamp, indicating the work of a named artist. A green maker's seal is visible on the unglazed foot ring, further attesting to its provenance as a collectible handcrafted Japanese ceramic.

In a modern home, this tsurunekubi vase makes an effortlessly elegant living room accent or entryway focal point. Its slender silhouette suits a single stem of pampas grass, a branch of dried botanicals, or one bold flower -- perfectly in keeping with the wabi-sabi aesthetic and Japandi style interiors that emphasize quiet beauty. Placed on a console table, floating shelf, or mantelpiece, the cobalt glaze acts as a jewel-toned anchor in a neutral room. It also makes a truly unique gift for collectors of Japanese vintage ceramics or for Japanophiles who appreciate signed studio pottery.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Glazed porcelain; cobalt blue glaze with iron-brown hand-applied floral relief; wooden tomobako presentation box
• Use: Flower vase (ikebana or single-stem display); decorative ceramic vessel
• Modern Use: Single-stem flower or dried botanical vase; living room or entryway decorative accent; unique gift for collectors of Japanese ceramics
• Features: Elongated tsurunekubi (crane-neck) form; rounded teardrop body; hand-applied iron-brown floral relief decoration on cobalt blue ground; green maker's seal on unglazed foot ring; includes original tomobako wooden box with calligraphy inscription and red artist seal
• Dimensions: 4" Diameter x 12"H
• Condition: Excellent

A jewel-toned vintage Japanese porcelain vase of remarkable presence -- an ideal collector's piece and a stunning decorative accent for any modern 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 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.