Antique Japanese c1910’s Hand Painted Sake Tokkuri Jug Blue & White 12" Shinhanga this is a 2011 reprint

this is a 2011 reprint

It remains in good condition

5" H × 4" W × 3

Edition: 100 (this impression from the 3/100 edition)

Antique Japanese c1910’s Hand Painted Sake Tokkuri Jug Blue & White 12" Shinhanga this is a 2011 reprintThis is an antique Japanese sake jug (tokkuri) from the late Meiji Era (c. 1910). 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. Height = 11. 5" (29cm) Diameter = 10. 5" (26. 5cm) Weight = 13lbs 12oz It remains in good condition however there is staining that adds a certain aged character. It