Antique Japanese Edo Era c1850's Imari Sake Cup Sobachoko (damage) Garden The collection original piece that

The collection original piece that this scan was taken from is a "First Stage" edition with only 60 impression every created making this image a truly rare treasure from 1937

A beautiful example of Japanese lacquerware

The clear lacquer finish sets off the wood grain nicely

after multiple firings and polishing

This is an antique Japanese small sake jugfrom the Meiji Era (c

Antique Japanese Edo Era c1850's Imari Sake Cup Sobachoko (damage) Garden The collection original piece thatThis is an antique Japanese cup called a Sobachoko (dating back probably to the mid to late Edo Era (c. 1850's). Typically used for drinking cold sake these days it may also be used as dipping bowl for noodle, hold sauce or spices and otherwise an nice all purpose items for food service. Made of a high fire ceramic for lasting durability. It has all hand painted design. This bowl measures 3" in diameter by 2 1 4" tall (7. 5 x 5. 5 cm). It has a dark