Vintage Japanese Vase Korean Goryeo Style Celadon Floral 13" Bamboo It is of all Kiri

It is of all Kiri wood (Paulownia) in the tradition of old Japanese craftsmanship

This is a pair of Carp statues which act as key hiders for outdoor spaces

it remains in fine condition throughout

In Japan Bodhidarma or “Daruma-san” is best known for staring at a wall for 9 years ignoring every one who came to ask him questions until a young monk determined to learn his Buddhist teaching cut off his own arm and presented it to Daruma-San as a sign of his devotion

In the second photo you can see that an image of the embossing from the original has been rendered in the reproduction

Vintage Japanese Vase Korean Goryeo Style Celadon Floral 13" Bamboo It is of all KiriThis is a vintage Japanese vase made in the Goryeo Dynasty Korean style. Decorated with a floral motif. Height = 13" Diameter = ~6" This vase is made of ceramics fired at high temperatures for lasting durability.