Japanese Takaoka Bronze Vase Mitsuru Obaka Relief Tomobako BV767 Lacquerware Unlike typical open blooms

Unlike typical open blooms

Condition This item is in vintage condition with clear signs of use and age

and horizontal rolling lines across the paper surface

age-related staining

showing minor signs of historic use

Japanese Takaoka Bronze Vase Mitsuru Obaka Relief Tomobako BV767 Lacquerware Unlike typical open bloomsThe vase shows signs of aging, including natural variations in the patina and minor surface wear. The original wooden storage box has noticeable structural damage, including wood splits, separations at the joints, and chips along the edges. This is a Japanese Takaoka bronze vase (kabin), crafted by the traditional artisan Mitsuru Obaka. It comes with its original signed wooden box (tomobako), wrapping cloth (tomonuno), and a biographical booklet. The