Japanese Solid Bronze Bud Vase by Gyokusen - with Mismatched Wooden Box Bizen Ware The name "Shakumi" refers to

The name "Shakumi" refers to the slightly concave or "scooped" profile of the mask

The board shows traces of hand-carved lines and old ink calligraphy

The back is finished in a dark stain

meaning it was crafted following the specific aesthetic preferences of Rikan

This technique not only restores functionality but elevates the cracks into a beautiful

Japanese Solid Bronze Bud Vase by Gyokusen - with Mismatched Wooden Box Bizen Ware The name "Shakumi" refers toSolid Bronze Bud Vase by Gyokusen with Mismatched Wooden Box PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASE The Object: This is a 100% Solid Bronze Bud Vase (Flower Vessel) created by the Japanese metal artist Gyokusen (). It is NOT a ceramic cup or a teacup. Do not use it for drinking. The Box: The included wooden box is a mismatched, alternative storage box (Awase bako). The inscriptions on the box ("Tokoname yaki ") belong to a completely different ceramic item and