FALL FINE SOUTHERN ESTATES
Lot 77:
Description
Large Sake Bottle (Kayoi-Tokkuri) Japan, Late 19th – early 20th century (Meiji to Taisho period). Earthenware bottle has cream colored calligraphy on three sides using a slip trailing technique called "itchin", indicating either the name or location of the sake shop and brand on the vessel. This type of sake bottle is heavily potted for its function, but still oozes Wabi-Sabi charm. Each jar has a different signature in script across the front that is the mark of the master saki maker responsible for the contents. The thick rim was sealed with a cork and covered with wax to protect the precious liquid inside. The short neck is attached to the rounded form of the body and the sloped edges allowed the entire amount to be poured and consumed without any waste. The cream-colored signatures almost have an abstract design and add an interesting level of detail to each bottle. Condition: Excellent, with one side having some glaze imperfection from production. H: 12 15/16" Diameter of Base 4 13/16". Weight 4 lbs 11 oz. Condition: Excellent, with one side having some glaze imperfection from production. PROVENANCE: E. & J. Frankel (1040 Madison Avenue, at 79th Street) pillars of the New York Asian art world, a marvelous exhibition of works from the Julia and Vance Hall collection of Korean art gives pride of place to ceramics from the Silla, Koryo and Choson dynasties, ranging from the 7th to early 19th centuries. A private Charleston Collection
Condition: Excellent, with one side having some glaze imperfection from production.
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