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Japanese Bronze Vase with Iridescent Murashido Patina by Hara Soemon (4th genera

$610
£462.85
€529.23
CA$852
A$947.31
CHF 494.63
MX$11,531.11
NOK 6,311.32
SEK 5,913.41
DKK 3,949.76
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About the Item

A striking Japanese hand-hammered bronze vase by the acclaimed metal artist Hara Soemon (四代目晴雲, 4th generation Haruseiun), active during the Showa period. Crafted using the Murashido (斑紫銅) technique — a traditional patination process that produces shimmering, multicolored surfaces in tones of deep purple, red, and bronze — this vase embodies both elegance and technical mastery. The smooth, elongated silhouette and lustrous finish evoke a modern aesthetic while remaining rooted in centuries-old Japanese metalworking traditions. • Material: Bronze with Murashido patina • Height: 21.7 cm (8.5 in) • Max diameter: 6 cm (2.36 in) • Mouth diameter: 2.8 cm (1.1 in) • Weight: 546.4 g • Period: Showa (1926–1989) • Artist: Hara Soemon, 4th generation • Includes: Original tomobako (signed wooden box) and authentication insert This vase is a fine example of 20th-century Japanese metal art — collectible, refined, and perfect as a centerpiece or addition to a curated art collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.67 in (22 cm)Diameter: 2.37 in (6 cm)
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Fukuoka, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10055246039032

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