An antique 19th century Japanese tokkuri (sake bottle), handmade in ceramic and finished in a contrasting cream and black glaze, featuring traditional Japanese calligraphy across the surface. The brushwork adds a sense of movement and cultural depth, making the piece as decorative as it is functional.
 
Subtle variations in glaze and form reflect both its age and the traditional firing process, while the balanced silhouette embodies the understated beauty of historic Japanese pottery. A characterful piece that works equally well as a vessel or as a small sculptural object.
 
Sourced in Tokyo, Japan.