Japanese Vintage Porcelain Sake Cup
This is a vintage Japanese porcelain sake cup. This particular type of cup is called a sakazuki, a wide-mouthed, footed, flat sake cup often used for ceremonial purposes. Sakazuki typically only holds a couple of sips of sake. It is white with a hand-painted flying crane, pine tree branches, and an orange sunrise over a subtle striped blue background. It has a worn gold-painted lip.
- White, green, blue, orange
- Porcelain
- C1960
- Item weight: 53 grams
- Packed weight: 253 grams
- Approx. 9.5 cm wide x 3.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Small chip on lip. Gold paint worn on lip. General imperfections in glaze, shape, and design from production. 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 and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
