Vintage Japanese Bronze Kabin with Loop Ear, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0323

Vintage Japanese Bronze Kabin with Loop Ear, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0323

A signed studio bronze kabin with loop-ear handle, globular body, and deep lacquer-brown patinated finish -- offered with original tomobako wooden box.

A kabin is a traditional Japanese flower vase intended for ikebana arrangements or quiet decorative display, most often placed in a tokonoma alcove as a focal point of refined taste. This handcrafted Japanese bronze kabin presents a beautifully proportioned form: a full, rounded globular body rising to a slender elongated neck, accented by a small sculptural loop ear set at the neck junction. The entire surface is finished in a deep, glossy dark-brown patina -- rich and uniform, with the reflective quality characteristic of carefully worked bronze. A recessed oval foot on the base bears a maker's impressed seal, confirming this as a signed studio piece. The accompanying kiri wood tomobako (wooden storage box) is brushed in ink with an inscription referencing the bronze loop-ear vase form, signed by the artist with a red vermilion seal -- adding significant provenance and collectibility to this vintage Japanese craft object.

In a modern home, this kabin brings understated drama to a range of interior settings. Standing at a compact 8 inches tall, it suits a bedroom nightstand, a home office shelf, or a living room accent table equally well. Display it as a stand-alone sculptural object in a Japandi style or wabi-sabi aesthetic interior, or use it as intended with a single stem or spare ikebana arrangement. Its warm chocolate-brown tones pair naturally with natural wood, linen, and stone surfaces. Whether gifted to a collector, a design enthusiast, or a lover of Japanese vintage art, this piece arrives with its original tomobako -- a rare and meaningful bonus that makes it an exceptional gift for collectors of Japanese bronzework.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Bronze with deep dark-brown patinated finish; kiri wood tomobako with ink inscription and artist red seal
• Use: Decorative flower vase (kabin) for tokonoma display or ikebana arrangements
• Modern Use: Living room sculptural accent, bedroom or home office decorative object, ikebana or single-stem flower vase
• Features: Rounded globular body; tall slender neck; small loop-ear handle at neck; deep glossy dark-brown patina; recessed oval foot with impressed maker's seal; includes signed tomobako wooden box with brushed ink inscription and red artist seal
• Dimensions: 5"Diameter x 8"H
• Condition: Excellent

A quietly compelling piece of vintage Japanese bronze art -- signed, boxed, and ready to bring warmth and refined character to 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.