Handcrafted Black Stone Japanese Ikebana slate vase signed

Vintage natural slate stone Ikebana flower vase, complete with a built-in metal flower frog (known as a kenzan) nestled inside the center cutout.Key    Design: This rustic piece is hand-carved from a raw slab of slate, keeping its natural textures and edges intact while exposing a contrasting lighter tone around the polished center well. Similar vintage slate vases were popularized by regional studio potters and artists in the late 20th century.  It is specifically designed for Japanese Ikebana flower arrangements. You simply fill the shallow center hole with water and press the stems of your cut flowers directly into the sharp metal spikes of the flower frog to secure them in place at unique, striking angles.