Antique Japanese Late Edo Meiji Grey Glazed Stoneware Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy 9"H Shinhanga yet in this context it

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even tone characteristic of aged and well-handled sugi

The proportions are balanced and architectural

The distinctive bowl shape with a scooped-out front not only accommodates the Kama effortlessly but also adds a touch of sophistication to your tea ceremony setting

Antique Japanese Late Edo Meiji Grey Glazed Stoneware Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy 9"H Shinhanga yet in this context itAntique Japanese Grey Glazed Stoneware Tokkuri Sake Jug Merchant Calligraphy Late Edo Meiji 9"H Japan Late Edo to Meiji Period, 19th century A large grey glazed stoneware tokkuri () sake jug of substantial proportions, the ovoid body rising to a narrow neck with everted lip ring. The exterior is decorated with bold merchant calligraphy brushed in dark iron brown slip the sweeping, confident strokes of a sake brewer or merchant house identification,