Japanese Mottled Purple Bronze Vase Hanshidou Artisan Signed 16.5cm BV735 Shaving Bowl Japanese Bronze Kabuto Helmet Ornament

Japanese Bronze Kabuto Helmet Ornament – Signed by Nakajima Yasumi with Box – BOS933

Substantial Presence: Weighing 684g

Renowned Artist: Hirai Shoho was a master of bronze casting during the 20th century

823g (over 4 lbs)

Biography of Taizo Yamada:

Japanese Mottled Purple Bronze Vase Hanshidou Artisan Signed 16.5cm BV735 Shaving Bowl Japanese Bronze Kabuto Helmet OrnamentJapanese Mottled Purple Bronze Vase Hanshidou Artisan Signed 16. 5cm BV735 This is an exquisite and heavy Japanese vase crafted from Hanshidou (), a traditional "mottled purple bronze." This specialized bronzing technique is highly prized in Japan for its variegated surface, where deep purples, russet reds, and dark browns blend together to create a rich, landscape like finish. The vase features a robust, bulbous form with a textured surface that