Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" Plate in the Northern Japanese Alps

in the Northern Japanese Alps

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Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" Plate in the Northern Japanese AlpsThis is an antique Japanese large sake jug from the 19th century. This one is about 10. 5" tall and glazed with very decorative calligraphy. This type of sake jug was one of the first recyclables in that it could be returned to the sake company that made it and be refilled. It is all hand made and fired at high temperatures for lasting durability. This large ceramic sake jug measures approx. 5" in diameter by 10. 5" tall (12. 5 x 26. 5 cm) and remains