Antique Japanese Ikebana Flower Arranging Kenzan Flower Frog 4.5 Shogiban ideal for collectors of Meiji-era

ideal for collectors of Meiji-era enamels

throat and drag with expected knocks

originally used for dipping soba noodles and later widely adopted for tea

Original jute hanging cord intact

Antique Japanese Ikebana Flower Arranging Kenzan Flower Frog 4.5 Shogiban ideal for collectors of Meiji-eraVintage Japanese Kenzan () Ripple Motif 4. 5" A vintage Japanese kenzan () for the art of ikebana () flower arranging, cast in solid iron with an elegant ripple in water (suimon ) inspired design. The elongated body and repeating circular openings evoke the serene concentric waves formed when water is gently disturbed. Dimensions: 4. 5" L 2" W 1" H Weight: 1 lbs 2 oz This heavy, stable kenzan provides excellent support for stems while adding a subtle