Japanese Takaoka Bronze Vase Mitsuru Obaka Relief Tomobako BV767 Shaving Bowl pooling in areas and revealing

pooling in areas and revealing the coarse clay body underneath

(Note: A companion Daitengu mask from the same collection is also being listed separately)

and yellows mimics the glowing effect of the illuminated paper floats against the night sky

and natural wear from handling

■ Description Item Details This is a substantial and heavy Japanese Suiseki (Viewing Stone)

Japanese Takaoka Bronze Vase Mitsuru Obaka Relief Tomobako BV767 Shaving Bowl pooling in areas and revealingThe 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