Antique Japanese Gilt Bronze Butsudan Vase – Buddhist Ritual Offering Vessel 6"H Jar The ink box is about

The ink box is about 2 5/8" square by 1" tall (6

Having been well loved for nearly 70 years

Having been in storage for over 150 years

Having just been brought back from Japan this lidded container remains in good polish and in fine condition

Antique Japanese Gilt Bronze Butsudan Vase – Buddhist Ritual Offering Vessel 6"H Jar The ink box is aboutAntique Japanese Gilt Bronze Butsudan Vase Buddhist Ritual Offering Vessel Japan, Shwa period (circa 1960's) Dimensions: 6 H 4. 5 Diameter A finely crafted Japanese gilt bronze vase used as part of a Butsudan (Buddhist family altar) arrangement. This elegant vessel is modeled in the Gu style form derived from Chinese ritual bronzes, with a flared lip, narrow waist, and rounded midsection, symbolizing a link between heaven and earth. The surface is