Incised Okinawan Pottery Vase With Woman Holding Fish, Signed dragon shaped perfect for storing a tiny

perfect for storing a tiny treasure

I found in an antique shop in Jamesport

but I think he or she was a pretty terrific weaver

legs spread

perfect on a desk

Incised Okinawan Pottery Vase With Woman Holding Fish, Signed dragon shaped perfect for storing a tinyThis charming vintage brown and black pottery vase from Okinawa, Japan features incised designs including a woman holding fish, a man blowing a horn, a large bird, numerous flowers, and bands of pattern around neck and base. The incising is deep and expressionistic, making the vase feel akin to a three dimensional woodblock print. A wonderful example of traditional Okinawan pottery Yachimun, in Japanese made of native clay and known for its bold