Japanese Vintage Ceramic Sake Cup Set w/Box
This is a 12-piece set of vintage Japanese Kutani ware ceramic sake cups. The set features the Chinese zodiac; each cup has a textured painting of the zodiac animals, such as a rat, an ox, a tiger, etc. The cups are covered with crackle glaze under the painting and have gold lines on the rim and around the bottom. These sake cups are signed on the bottom and cased in the original wooden box.
- Beige, green, red, black, white, red, gray, yellow, blue, brown
- Ceramic, yakimono, pottery
- C1950
- Kanji on the box lid: [front] 九谷焼 Kutani ware 十二支組盃 Chinese zodiac 12 piece-set 陶寿造 made by Toju [back] 創立三十周年記念 30-year anniversary 社団法人鉄道貨物協会名古屋支部 Nagoya branch of Railway Freight association
- Item weight: 1091 grams
- Packed weight: 1491 grams
- Approx. 4.2 cm wide x 4.8 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Some stains on the box. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
