Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog critical eye find While featuring a central horizontal

While featuring a central horizontal band that continues around the entire perimeter of the vessel

lending a warmth and homeyness to its dynamic

as is exemplified on one of the two sleeves

which measures 10 inches in diameter

Use it as a little vase (I would love it filled with lily of the valley)

Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog critical eye find While featuring a central horizontalThis 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.