Japanese Ceramic Kayoi-Tokkuri Sake Bottle

Updated August 27, 2026

Lot number47
Auction09-13-2026 FINE ART & DECORATIVE OBJECTS
DateSeptember 13, 2026 at 7:01 PM EDT
Auction houseTom Hall Auctions, Inc
LocationSchnecksville, Pennsylvania

This Japanese ceramic kayoi-tokkuri sake bottle features hand-thrown stoneware construction with a cream glaze. The body is decorated with large, stylized calligraphic characters in dark brown iron oxide and iron-red pigments. An unglazedbase reveals a recessed foot, while the surface displays characteristic production pitting and glaze crawling. 10 1/4 inches tall.The bottle is in good antique condition with a prominent kiln scar on the body. The surface exhibits typical production pitting and glaze crawling. Minor staining and scuffing are present on the unglazed base. No structural cracks are visible.

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