Ancient Japanese Seto vase with wooden box

Origin Japan, Heian period (794 – 1185 CE)
Dimensions H28cm x D18 / H11" x D7"
Materiality  Ceramic, includes wood box

An incredible specimen of ancient Heian pottery from the Seto region. The vase has a wonderful gray/blue surface full of texture that adds to the feel and history of the piece. Although the vase is not recommended to be used with water, you can use dried flowers to create arrangements. 

Like most special artifacts from Japan, this vase comes with a beautiful wood box.