Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog Northwest coast native and actually a fruit--in order

and actually a fruit--in order to make chewing betel

which seems at once fierce and friendly

but overall looks great for her age and ready to fiercely guard whatever treasures one might store inside

as well as two solid decorative lines along its front

This plate with the skiing couple celebrates Lappland in the north

Antique Japanese Dragon Flower Frog Northwest coast native and actually a fruit--in orderThis 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.