Japanese Pottery Flower Vase Crab Yaburebukuro Torn Sack Tokoname Rakuzan Style
Description
■ Description Item Details This is a unique and artistic Japanese stoneware flower vase (Kabin or Tsubo), likely hand-crafted by a contemporary artist from the Tokoname (or possibly Bizen) tradition. Motif (Correction): The sculpted creature is a realistic Crab (Kani) climbing out of the vessel. Style: The incredibly detailed crab sculpture is reminiscent of the famous "Rakuzan Ware" (Rakuzan-yaki) style or the traditional "Saiku-mono" (fine craftsmanship) of Tokoname ware, known for super-realistic articulation. Design (Yabure-bukuro): The vase features a bold "Yabure-bukuro" (Torn Sack / Burst Bag) design. The crab appears to be tearing through the wall of the vessel, creating a dynamic narrative of life and power. Clay & Firing: It is fired in a wood-burning kiln without glaze (Yakishime). The reddish-brown clay with natural ash effects (Yohen) and scorch marks strongly suggests Tokoname ware. Artist / Signature: There is an incised signature on the bottom, though it remains unidentified. Accessories: Includes the original wooden storage box (Tomobako). Size & Weight Height: approx. 17 cm / 6.69 in Width: approx. 16.5 cm / 6.49 in Depth: approx. 16 cm / 6.29 in Weight: 1,278 g / 2.81 lbs Box Size: approx. 21 cm x 20 cm x 19.5 cm Condition Condition: Used / Artistically "Broken" Style Design Note: Please understand that the large hole and jagged edges are part of the intentional artistic design (representing a torn sack) and are NOT damage. The crab is sculpted to look like it is emerging from this tear. General: The item is in good vintage condition. The rugged surface and uneven textures are characteristic of this style of pottery.