{"product_id":"japanese-bronze-commemorative-vase-tomakomai-iwasaki-unyu-dragon-handle","title":"Japanese Bronze Commemorative Vase, Tomakomai Iwasaki Unyu, Dragon Handle","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1060\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eJapanese Bronze Commemorative Vase – A Piece of Corporate History\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eThis distinctive Japanese bronze vessel is more than a decorative object. Its original engraved plaque records a specific moment in Japanese business history:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1222\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e苫小牧営業所開設記念\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eTomakomai Sales Office Opening Commemoration\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e岩崎運輸\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eIwasaki Un'yu\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eThe inscription indicates that the vessel was created as a commemorative object connected with the establishment of an Iwasaki Un'yu sales office in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1487\"\u003eTomakomai, Hokkaido\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eTraditional Bronze Form \u0026amp; Dragon Handles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eThe vessel features a traditional-inspired ceremonial form with a broad body, narrow waist, flared rim, and sculptural dragon-head handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003eThe raised geometric and archaic-style decoration gives the surface the appearance of an object influenced by traditional East Asian bronze vessel design, while the dark reddish-brown bronze finish gives it a warm, aged character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003eThe dragon-head handles add a distinctly Japanese decorative element, combining symbolism, craftsmanship, and functional form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003eThe Meaning of the Inscription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eThe most important feature is the original metal plaque attached to the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e苫小牧営業所開設記念\u003c\/strong\u003e literally refers to a commemoration of the opening or establishment of a Tomakomai sales office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2265\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e岩崎運輸\u003c\/strong\u003e identifies the associated company as Iwasaki Un'yu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003eRather than being a generic decorative vase, this makes the piece a tangible record of a particular corporate event — a small object preserving the history of Japanese business, transportation, and regional expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eA Distinctive Japanese Collectible\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2828\"\u003eCorporate commemorative objects were produced to mark important milestones such as office openings, anniversaries, achievements, and organizational events. Many were presented privately and were never intended for ordinary retail circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2830\" data-end=\"2950\"\u003eThis piece is especially interesting because the commemorative purpose remains identifiable through its original plaque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003eA compelling choice for collectors of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2992\" data-end=\"3023\"\u003eJapanese bronze and metalwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3024\" data-end=\"3051\"\u003eShowa-era decorative arts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3052\" data-end=\"3084\"\u003eJapanese corporate memorabilia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3123\"\u003eTransportation and logistics history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3156\"\u003eDragon-themed Japanese objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3157\" data-end=\"3192\"\u003eVintage Japanese interior objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3193\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003eEast Asian ceremonial vessel forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chikoyaki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50557396549711,"sku":"JPN-BRZ-IWASAKI-TMK-552","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0667\/6588\/1423\/files\/IMG_8917_result.jpg?v=1790523984","url":"https:\/\/chikoyaki.com\/products\/japanese-bronze-commemorative-vase-tomakomai-iwasaki-unyu-dragon-handle","provider":"Chikoyaki","version":"1.0","type":"link"}