{"product_id":"authentic-edo-japanese-shinobue-flute-lacquer-antique-mitchell-flower-vase","title":"Authentic Edo  Japanese Shinobue Flute  Lacquer Antique Mitchell Flower Vase","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAuthentic Edo Period Japanese Shinobue Flute - Natural Urushi Lacquer Antique Mitchell Flower Vase\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis is a rare and atmospheric \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"31\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eAntique Japanese Shinobue\u003c\/b\u003e (bamboo flute) dating back to the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"91\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eEdo Period \u003c\/b\u003e. More than just a musical instrument, this piece is a testament to classical Japanese craftsmanship, finished in high-grade natural \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"246\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eUrushi lacquer\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Aesthetics of \"Mitate\" (Creative Repurposing):\u003c\/b\u003e In the world of Japanese Tea Ceremony (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"90\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eChanoyu\u003c\/i\u003e), connoisseurs known as \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"122\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eSukisha\u003c\/b\u003e often repurpose historical objects into new forms of art. This flute is highly prized as a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"221\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eMitate Kake-hanaire\u003c\/b\u003e (wall-hanging flower vase). Suspending a single seasonal wildflower through the finger holes creates a profound Zen-like atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eExquisite Urushi Patina:\u003c\/b\u003e The surface is coated in multiple layers of natural black lacquer, developed over centuries into a lustrous, deep finish similar to high-quality Edo-period \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"181\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eNetsuke\u003c\/b\u003e or \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"192\" data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003eTansu\u003c\/b\u003e chests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003eOrganic Bamboo Form:\u003c\/b\u003e The natural nodes of the bamboo are visible beneath the lacquer, providing an elegant, rhythmic silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003eHistorical Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e The interior of the embouchure and finger holes shows traces of traditional red lacquer, a classic feature of Edo-era instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Edo Period (17th–19th Century)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 41.0 cm \/ 16.1 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.6 cm \/ 0.6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 45 g \/ 0.1 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Bamboo, Natural Urushi Lacquer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"11\" data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eAuthentic Antique Condition.\u003c\/b\u003e The lacquer has a beautiful, historically significant luster with minor surface scuffs and aged character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eNote for Musicians:\u003c\/b\u003e This is sold primarily as an art object\/vase. If you intend to play it, the interior requires careful professional cleaning due to age-related dust and residue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\" class=\"aucCounter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End: AuctivaCounter --\u003e","brand":"koedo-sun-art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47573334229245,"sku":"Arai 9000 WO592","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/0774\/4253\/files\/1_f23ca27e-15c4-4f5a-8936-7e0484000815.png?v=1779689148","url":"https:\/\/koedo-sun-art.com\/ja\/products\/authentic-edo-japanese-shinobue-flute-lacquer-antique-mitchell-flower-vase","provider":"koedo-sun-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}