Vintage Japanese Kabin Flower Vase, 1946 - 1965 (Mid Showa) | SKU: 26M-644 (26M-644-2)

Japanese Kabin Ikebana Vase | Vintage Flower Vase & Living Room Accent, 1946 - 1965 (Mid Showa), SKU 26M-644-2

A richly hand-painted porcelain kabin adorned with a jubilant all-over floral motif and gilt detailing -- presented in its original wooden storage box.

A kabin is a traditional Japanese flower vase designed to hold ikebana, the centuries-old art of Japanese flower arranging. This striking example is crafted from fine white porcelain in a gently tapering egg form, its entire body blanketed in a densely packed arrangement of hand-painted blooms -- peonies, chrysanthemums, camellia, and daisy-like florals rendered in a vivid palette of pink, purple, green, orange, and white against a warm gilded ground. The lower register is finished with a rust-red Greek-key border trimmed in gold, and the rim is edged with a burnished gold band, giving the piece a refined, celebratory quality consistent with high-end Japanese gift porcelain of the mid Showa era. A maker's mark in red overglaze appears on the unglazed foot rim, and the vase retains its original signed wooden tomobako (presentation box), confirming it was produced as a named-artist or kiln-branded gift piece. This style of densely floral polychrome decoration -- known in Japanese ceramic tradition as hanazukushi, or "all-flowers" -- was a specialty of several renowned kiln regions including Kutani and Kyoto-ware studios during this period.

Today this handcrafted Japanese porcelain vase is as versatile as it is beautiful. Display it as a standalone living room accent on a console, mantle, or bookshelf -- its jewel-like all-over decoration makes it a true conversation piece even without flowers. Fill it with a simple spray of fresh or dried stems for an effortless ikebana-inspired arrangement that suits both Japandi style interiors and maximalist decor alike. It also makes a unique housewarming gift or gift for collectors of Japanese antique ceramics, arriving with its original tomobako for an authentic presentation. The compact, upright form works equally well on a bedroom dresser, dining table centerpiece, or home office shelf.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946 - 1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Porcelain with polychrome overglaze enamels and gilt decoration
• Use: Ikebana flower vase (kabin); decorative display piece
• Modern Use: Living room or entryway decorative accent; ikebana or dried-flower display vase; unique housewarming gift presented in original wooden box
• Features: Dense all-over hanazukushi floral motif covering the full body; vivid polychrome palette including pink, purple, green, orange, and white blooms; burnished gold rim band; rust-red Greek-key lower border with gold trim; red overglaze maker's mark on foot rim; includes original signed tomobako (wooden presentation box)
• Dimensions: 6"W x 5"D x 8"H
• Condition: Excellent

A jewel of vintage Japanese porcelain craft -- this kabin brings the timeless beauty of ikebana tradition and hand-painted artistry to 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.

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