Water Veins
This Japanese Ikebana vase presents a bold conical form, tapering gracefully to its base. The surface is finished in a deep earthy black-brown glaze, evoking the quiet dignity of stone and soil. Running vertically down its body are delicate wavy golden lines, like streams of water trickling down a mountain face, blending with speckled textures that resemble moss and lichen on ancient rock.
Its design embodies the Japanese sense of shizen (自然) – the beauty of nature’s unforced patterns, where water, earth, and time etch their stories into the world. Perfect for showcasing both upright, structured arrangements (tatebana) and freer contemporary styles, this vase harmonizes with seasonal flowers while remaining a striking art piece on its own.
H:25cm; D:23.5cm