Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog for the writer It is hard to capture

It is hard to capture the stunning presence of this hand-thrown vase in photographs

or dinner party table

or anywhere

from among thousands of volumes at a wonderful estate sale in Kansas City with an astounding library

Museum of Arts and Design

Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog for the writer It is hard to captureThis charming Japanese dragon shaped cast iron or lead flower ikebana frog I believe dates from the 1930s. While certainly a functional base for a dramatic floral arrangement, it's also just a wonderfully unusual and curious object. I found it at a terrific estate sale in Concord, MA, which included everything from shaker furniture to antique tools to mid century modern art and ceramics. 4. 5w 2. 75d 1. 25h. Excellent condition.