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Unique Signed Japanese Bronze Vase with Gold Leaf by Ohaka Mitsuru, Showa Period
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A striking and sculpturally refined Japanese bronze vase by artist Ohaka Mitsuru, crafted during the Showa period (20th century). This piece features an elegant and unusual silhouette with a gently curved body, finished in a deep green patinated bronze and accented with a tortoise shell (kikkō) pattern—a traditional Japanese motif symbolizing longevity and resilience.
The geometric shell design is highlighted with applied gold leaf, creating a sophisticated interplay between surface texture, light, and color. The vase is signed by the artist on the underside and comes complete with its original signed wooden presentation box (tomobako), affirming its authenticity and provenance.
The combination of bold form, refined decoration, and the artist’s signature make this a compelling object for collectors of Japanese metalwork or modernist design with cultural roots.
Materials: Bronze with green patina and gold leaf
Origin: Japan
Artist: Ohaka Mitsuru
Period: Showa era, 20th century
Condition: Very good vintage condition with minor abrasions and patina consistent with age
Dimensions:
Height: 18 cm (7.1 in)
Width: 13 cm (5.1 in)
Depth: 6.5 cm (2.6 in)
Weight (vase only): 1300 g (2.9 lbs)
With box: 1468 g (3.2 lbs)
Provenance: Includes original signed wooden tomobako (presentation box)
- Dimensions:Height: 7.09 in (18 cm)Width: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
- Style:Showa (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
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- Date of Manufacture:unknown
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- Seller Location:Fukuoka, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8121245420842
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