Authentic and original hand-crafted Japanese flower vase made from cast copper and chokin, which is a technique involving engraving and applying gold or other metals to the surface.
 
Artist/Kiln Maker:  Mitsuyama (it's unclear if Mitsuyama is the artist's name or the kiln name for the flower vase)
Design:  Phoenix carving
Vase Type:  Flower Vase of cast copper with gold and other metals used for the phoenix chokin.
 
Dimensions:  Outer diameter: 21 cm, Height: 30.5 cm, Weight: 2.6 kg
 
Condition is very good with no leaks or flaws to note of, just a few tiny knicks/scratches here and there.  Please see and judge from the photos provided.  
 
A great-looking cast copper flower vase with intricate gold engraving depicting a phoenix design.  The vase is relatively large and is a visually appealing piece with the phoenix motif and gold engraving, which adds to its decorative value.  At the very bottom outside of the vase shows an inscription in Japanese katakana stating the following clearly translated :  "Chatter Night, October 20th, 1968.  Lions Club International"  It appears this was a prize/trophy at that time for a lucky recipient in Japan during one of the club's social events.  About the Lions Club, if so interested:  "Lions Clubs International was formed in 1917 by a Chicago business leader, Melvin Jones, who wondered what would happen if people put their talents to work improving their communities."