#1 What it is This is a stunning vintage Relpo Japan ceramic lady head vase planter (model #K1175L) featuring an elegant woman in a wide purple hat, double-strand faux pearl necklace, and a classic "hands to chin" pose. Produced during the golden era of 1950s–1960s Japanese decorative ceramics, this glamorous mid-century piece makes an eye-catching statement in any vintage novelty collection or vanity display.
#2 Important Details
Manufacturer / Brand: Relpo (Sample / Import by Samson Import Co.)
Origin: Made in Japan
Model / Item Number: K1175L
Design Features: Deep purple picture hat, applied double-strand faux pearl necklace, pearl earrings, sculpted hands resting gracefully under the chin, and hand-painted facial features with long molded eyelashes
Material: Glazed ceramic / porcelain planter
Markings: Bottom stamped with the original maker/mold number "K1175L Relpo"
#3 Condition and Flaws
Condition: Like New / Excellent vintage condition
Flaws: No chips, cracks, flea bites, or repairs along the hat brim, fingers, or base
Applied pearls remain intact, secure, and lustrous
Hand-painted details (lips, eyes, eyelashes) and purple glaze are crisp, bright, and free of notable paint loss or heavy crazing
Planter interior is exceptionally clean with no residual soil, water rings, or mineral staining
Sourced and stored in a clean, smoke-free environment
#4 Measurements and Testing
Height: 7 inches
Base Diameter: 5 inches
Packaging & Shipping: Fragile ceramic head vases require top-tier care. This item will be wrapped in multiple layers of heavy-duty bubble wrap, boxed with ample void-fill cushioning, and packaged securely to ensure 100% safe transit to your doorstep.
#5 Who's it good for
Mid-Century & Head Vase Collectors: A highly sought-after Relpo model that fills a prime spot in vintage Japanese head vase, Napco, or Lefton collections.
Retro & Glam Vanity Decorators: Perfect for styling a 1950s-inspired dressing table, boudoir shelf, Hollywood Regency display, or holding silk flowers/makeup brushes.
Unique Gift Seekers: A timeless, heirloom-quality collectible gift for enthusiasts of vintage fashion, kitsch, or classic ceramic art.
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