Sake Jug/Bottle, Antique Japanese Folkcraft, (2A)
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NAME: Japanese antique ceramic sake jug or bottle
AGE: These jugs were used from Meiji to early Showa period. (Some accounts say late Edo period).
SIZE: 10-1/4" tall (26cm), 5" (12.5cm) diameter at the widest point
CONDITION: In general, these bottles were rather crudely made (flaws during manufacture) and this bottle is no exception. There are no cracks or chips but several spots with missing glaze. Two oval spots near the bottom probably had another bottle butted up against it in an overcrowded kiln. Tiny bumps and pits as well as light crazing can also be seen.
NOTES: These jugs were rentals or on loan from the liquor shops for use by "common" people. They were made all over Japan with the largest production centers in Tanba, Takada and Arita. The Japanese name translates in English to "poor liquor bottle" or "commuter bottle". The name of the shop, as well as the name liquor it held, were usually printed on the bottle.
Wonderful folk art piece.
This product was added to our catalog on Friday 17 June, 2011.
