Vintage Japanese Vase Stand, 1946 - 1965 (Mid Showa) | SKU: 26M-025

Japanese Kazari-dai Display Stand | Bonsai Stand & Ikebana Vase Pedestal, 1946-1965 (Mid Showa), SKU 26M-025

A handcrafted Japanese display stand in boldly grained dark hardwood, with pierced scroll aprons and cabriole legs -- a refined accent for bonsai, ikebana, and decorative display.

A kazari-dai is a traditional Japanese display stand used to elevate and frame objects of beauty -- bonsai trees, ikebana arrangements, ceramic vases, and lacquerware -- transforming them into considered focal points within a room. This Mid Showa example is crafted from a boldly striped dark hardwood, possibly kaki (persimmon) or a similar dense Japanese hardwood, finished to a deep lacquer-like sheen that accentuates the wood's dramatic linear grain. The rectangular top sits within a stepped, molded frame, and the aprons on all four sides are pierced and hand-carved in a flowing scroll and floral motif -- a hallmark of skilled Japanese antique woodworking. Four elegantly curved cabriole legs, each terminating in a small inward scroll, give the stand a grounded yet refined presence. The underside reveals clean panel construction and the same striking striped grain throughout, confirming the quality of the timber selected for this piece.

In a modern home, this vintage Japanese display stand is as versatile as it is beautiful. Use it as a bonsai stand on a windowsill or engawa-style balcony, as a pedestal for an ikebana vase or ceramic sculpture in a living room accent arrangement, or as a decorative riser on a sideboard or bookshelf to lift a cherished object into the spotlight. Its compact, low-profile form suits a wabi-sabi aesthetic or Japandi style interior equally well. It also makes a distinctive housewarming gift or a standout piece for collectors of Japanese antique furniture and vintage Japanese craft.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Boldly grained dark hardwood, possibly kaki (persimmon); high-gloss lacquer finish
• Use: Display stand (kazari-dai) for bonsai, ikebana vases, ceramics, and decorative objects
• Modern Use: Bonsai or ikebana display stand; living room accent pedestal for sculpture or ceramics; decorative riser on a sideboard or shelf
• Features: Rectangular molded top with recessed panel; pierced and hand-carved scroll aprons on all sides; four curved cabriole legs with inward scroll feet; striking linear grain visible throughout; high-gloss dark finish
• Dimensions: 10"W x 10"D x 5"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully handcrafted piece of Japanese antique woodworking that brings the quiet elegance of traditional display culture 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.