Vintage Large Hand-Painted Japanese Sake Bottle With Bold Calligraphy

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A strikingly rustic and expressive Japanese stoneware sake bottle featuring hand-painted calligraphy in deep iron-brown glaze. This tall, wheel-thrown vessel … Read more A strikingly rustic and expressive Japanese stoneware sake bottle featuring hand-painted calligraphy in deep iron-brown glaze. This tall, wheel-thrown vessel is decorated with bold brushstrokes that wrap the cylindrical body in kanji characters, imparting a strong graphic presence. The natural beige glaze is speckled with kiln marks and age-appropriate imperfections, lending authenticity and wabi-sabi appeal. Its robust form, narrow neck, and slightly flared mouth suggest traditional utilitarian roots, while the spontaneous calligraphy transforms it into an artful sculptural piece. A dramatic addition to a console, shelf, or bar cart display, especially for collectors of Asian ceramics or rustic Japanese Mingei ware. See less