Vintage Japanese Planter, Monkey Reaching For Crescent Moon (25D-292-2)

Vintage Japanese Hanging Flower Arrangement (SKU 25D-292-2)

Showa-era cast iron tsuri-kabana vase with playful monkey chain and crescent moon basket

This charming vintage hanging flower arrangement, or tsuri-kabana, combines whimsical design with traditional Japanese metalwork. A series of small cast-iron monkeys link together to form a vertical chain, from which a crescent moon-shaped basket gracefully hangs, ready to cradle seasonal stems or an air plant. The warm brown patina and softly worn surfaces speak to gentle age and use while preserving crisp detail.

The moon vessel is richly textured with floral and scrolling motifs in low relief, evoking classic tetsubin-style decoration and adding depth when displayed against a simple wall or alcove. Suspended in a tokonoma, by a window, or on a veranda, this Showa-era piece brings a touch of playful folklore and night-sky poetry to any wabi-sabi interior.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period (circa 1980s)
• Material: Cast iron with brown patina
• Use: Hanging flower vase (tsuri-kabana) or small decorative planter for dry or modest fresh arrangements
• Features: Crescent moon basket with floral relief; detachable chain of three monkey hooks; textured exterior with smooth darkened interior; vintage Showa-era Japanese design ideal for wabi-sabi or tetsubin-inspired decor
• Dimensions: --
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor surface wear and patina consistent with age

A delightful fusion of moonlit elegance and playful monkeys, ready to hang and enrich your Japanese-inspired space.

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.