Vintage Japanese Takaoka Copper Bronze Vase Ryusen Relief Inlay Mandarin Duck

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Description

This is a vintage Japanese Takaoka copper (bronze) flower vase (kabin) crafted by the metalwork artist Ryusen. It comes with its original signed wooden storage box (tomobako).

The vase features a dark brown patina and a rounded, bulbous shape. The body is decorated with highly detailed, raised inlay work (moriage zogan) depicting two mandarin ducks (oshidori) resting beneath a plum blossom tree and bamboo. The motifs are highlighted with silver and gold-colored metallic finishes. The bottom of the vase features the artist's stamped mark. 

Vase Dimensions:
Height: 23.0 cm / 9.05 in
Width: 18.0 cm / 7.08 in
Depth: 18.0 cm / 7.08 in
Weight: 3480 g / 7.67 lbs

Wooden Box Dimensions:
Height: 24.0 cm / 9.44 in
Width: 22.0 cm / 8.66 in
Depth: 22.0 cm / 8.66 in

The item is in vintage condition, showing signs of aging. The metal surface exhibits natural oxidation, minor surface wear, and slight discoloration typical of old metalware. The wooden box shows surface wear, minor scratches, and natural fading.
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