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Graceful Showa-era porcelain bud vase with hand-painted blue-and-white grape motif
This elegant vintage Japanese vase is formed in a classic tokkuri-inspired silhouette, with a slender neck rising from a rounded pear-shaped body. The soft, cool white glaze provides a tranquil backdrop for delicate hand-painted underglaze blue decoration, evoking clusters of grapes and trailing vines that gently wrap around the surface.
Subtle brushwork and generous negative space reflect a refined Showa-era sensibility, making this piece ideal for a single seasonal stem in the spirit of ikebana or as a standalone display on a tokonoma shelf. A discreet metal foot ring finishes the base, adding stability while highlighting the clean, modern lines of mid-20th-century Japanese design.
A refined choice for collectors of Japanese ceramics and anyone seeking a quiet, contemplative accent for the 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.