Japanese Ovoid Vase

Japanese Ovoid Vase

JAPAN
1930s
Zinc and copper alloy
6 5/8″ high x 3″ diameter

Japanese metal smiths are renowned for their variety of alloys, which create subtle color variation on the surface of an object, as exemplified in this simple ovoid vase with its black, brown, and rust tones. Ornamented on two sides with a relief that might represent a dragonfly or a tender seedling.

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