Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Mingei Vase 10" Plate 14 3/8" W × 10

14 3/8" W × 10 1/8" H (36

This is an antique Maru Obi a type of sash typically worn around the waist with a kimono

There are a few minor stains on the warm aged patina

Oregon have been in the Japanese antique business for over 40 years

This chest still has its original hand rubbed lacquer finish over persimmon tannin stain

Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Mingei Vase 10" Plate 14 3/8" W × 10Antique Japanese Tokkuri Sake Storage JarJapan, late Edo to Meiji period (1800's)Dimensions: 10. 5" H 5" Dia. This Japanese tokkuri () was traditionally used for storing and serving sake, Japans fermented rice wine. Larger examples such as this one were typically employed by brewers, inns, or taverns for transport and bulk storage, often sealed with paper or cloth and secured with twine. Thrown by hand on the potters wheel, these jugs were high fired