Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" "Shinzou" Jar Often these received a lot

Often these received a lot of wear and holes are patched and reinforced with additional backing material of cotton

Markings = 清光 (Kiyomitsu)

cylindrical form with a domed finial and hollowed shaft reflects the traditional kogai style once paired with kushi combs in formal coiffures

Weight = 7lbs

A great collectible tool and still very functional

Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" "Shinzou" Jar Often these received a lotAntique Japanese Tokkuri "Shinzou" () Sake Storage JarJapan, late Edo to Meiji period (1800's)Dimensions: 10. 5" H 5. 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. The straw wrapping is part of the new in package