Black Ceramic Japanese Kenzan 剣山 Flower frog used in Ikebana flower arrangement

Elegant black ceramic Japanese-style kenzan (剣山) or flower frog vase used in ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of flower arranging. The metal pin or mesh part inside the hole is designed to hold flower stems upright. The round, flat, and often beautifully glazed ceramic base helps contain water and provides visual elegance. This particular piece is more modern and sculptural, but it’s clearly inspired by ikebana tools—especially with that pin holder integrated into the form. Like new. A gift that was never used.