Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog Northwest coast native One side of the planter

One side of the planter features a large white crane set against a red sky and blue waves below

where it might be seen and used

Like nothing else

which seems at once fierce and friendly

as well as two solid decorative lines along its front

Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog Northwest coast native One side of the planterThis 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.