*SHIPPING OPTIONS VARY DEPENDING ON THE DESTINATION, PLEASE SCROLL TO THE END OF THIS LISTING FOR MORE DETAILS.

This listing is for a small Mino-ware ichirin-zashi bud vase.  An ichirin-zashi vase is a single stem vase, or a piece made to accommodate very small dainty flowers.  The vase in this listing is made of high-fired stoneware and the front is decorated with blue irises.  In Japan irises bloom from early to mid-summer and are associated with the annual rainy season. Their elegant blooms can be found in parks and gardens across Japan, and they are a common motif in woodblock prints and other types of artworks.  This is a beautiful little vase, perfect for holding a few stems of dried flowers or fresh leaves in spring. 

Mino-ware refers to pottery produced in what was formerly the old Mino Province. Early examples of Mino-ware were predominantly ash-glazed stoneware pieces. Later however the use of the potter’s wheel, as well as a greater variety of glazes, began to characterize what is often thought to ideally represent Mino pottery today. Larger production kilns like Kozangama in Gifu Prefecture produce wares similar to Imari and Arita-ware. Various other kilns specialize in producing budget priced tableware, along with high end wares for various brand name stores and franchises around the country such as Tachikichi in Kyoto.

Size

H.7.6cm (2.9”) x 7.1cm (2.7”) across x 7.1cm (2.7”) back to front x 2.1cm (0.8”) diameter opening

Condition

It’s in perfect condition and in an unused item. 

THESE ARE SHIPPING ESTIMATES BASED ON THE CURRENT GLOBAL SITUATION                                                                 

**Germany, France, Greece, Spain, Poland, Austria, Slovakia, Lithuania, Slovenia:  NO SHIPPING.  Very strict and expensive packaging laws in place and we are not licensed to send products to these countries.  We have no plan to register at this time because the process is in some cases very expensive and complicated, plus each country has its own set of regulations and application process. 

**USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, Norway: Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-28 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

**Asia:  Airmail Small Packet (approx. 15-21 days).  Combined shipping available up to 2kgs for Airmail Small Packet (please send us a message).

**Central Asia, Middle East, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico:  EMS Express 10-15 days.

**Russia:  No shipping methods available.