Interesting. The current situation with N. Korea has me puzzled, but maybe that’s the point. If the deal between Trump and Kim has already been made, as Q seems to imply, then they are waiting for certain markers to be reached before proceeding to the next step. Trump and Kim have certain channels through which they communicate, and the rest is noise - deliberate disinformation designed to keep our enemies in the dark. That would seem to explain why Kim has been careful to not cross the line in the sand - despite stepping right up to it, and why POTUS continues to appear unconcerned about Kim’s sabre rattling.
I think the idea that the vase represents some secret lines of communication, as you suggest, makes a lot of sense.
We are told the Phase 1 deal with China is going to be signed 1/15. I'm guessing NK may be part of the understanding.