The Karatsu Nanban-Style Flower Vase (唐津南蛮花器) by from ORIENTAL TEA BOX is a home furnishing designed for modern UK homes.

✔ Authentic Handmade Japanese Pottery – Crafted by Malcolm Wright, a celebrated ceramic artist trained under Karatsu master Tarouemon Nakazato XII

Available for UK delivery from major retailers. Suitable for UK homes. Meets UK quality standards.

✔ Unique Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic – Features an asymmetric form and a richly textured surface inspired by Nanban-style ceramics

✔ Versatile Display – Ideal for tea ceremonies, ikebana arrangements, or as a statement decor piece

✔ Collectible & Signed – Comes with a signed tomobako (wooden storage box) for authenticity and provenance

✔ One-of-a-Kind Artwork – Wood-fired for natural glaze variations, making each vase a unique collector’s item

With its thoughtful design and solid construction, the Karatsu Nanban-Style Flower Vase (唐津南蛮花器) is a worthwhile addition to any UK home.

This Karatsu Nanban-style flower vase by renowned ceramic artist Malcolm Wright embodies the timeless beauty of Japanese pottery. Inspired by traditional Nanban ware, this handmade piece features a rugged, textured surface and an organic, asymmetric form, showcasing the raw and natural aesthetics of wabi-sabi. The dark, earthy clay body is wood-fired, resulting in subtle variations in colour and texture that make each piece one of a kind. Perfect for tea ceremonies, ikebana (flower arranging), or as a stunning standalone art piece, this vase captures the spirit of Japanese ceramic tradition while blending contemporary sculptural elements.