Chinese Cinnabar Small Vase with Brass Interior 925 others simply pinned up

others simply pinned up

cleaning fluid

This charming Japanese dragon-shaped cast iron or lead flower / ikebana frog I believe dates from the 1930s

I especially love his long red-tipped nose

Chinese Cinnabar Small Vase with Brass Interior 925 others simply pinned upThis vintage Chinese cinnabar vase, believed to date from the mid 20th century, features a section of deep relief on either side, with flowers and branches set against a recessed gridded geometric pattern. The rest of the rich, scarlet red vase features classic patterns of curling vines, petals, and solid bands around the neck, shoulders and base. The lip and base reveal its brass interior, which I have not attempted to polish. Timeless and really