Otani Ware Sake Tokkuri & Choko Set
Vintage set of Otani Ware Tokkuri (Decanter) and 5 Choko (Sake Cups)
Otani Ware is pottery from the Naruto area of Tokushima Prefecture, dating back to the 1780s
They are most known for producing huge jars that are almost the height of a human adult
For these large pieces, the artisan lies beneath the pottery wheel and kicks it up in order to turn it, a technique called “Nerokuro”
Also produced are everyday items such as rice bowls, tea and sake cups, as well as decorative pieces
This tokkuri is marked "Tokushima Shinbun" (Tokushima Newspaper) near the base, indicating this may have been an anniversary or commemorative piece
SIZE (Approx.)
TOKKURI:
DIAMETER 7.5CM (3") X HEIGHT 13.9CM (5.5")
CHOKO:
DIAMETER 5CM (2") X HEIGHT 3CM (1.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
450 Grams (Total for all pieces)
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some slight crazing on the inside of a couple of cups. Overall very good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Vintage set of Otani Ware Tokkuri (Decanter) and 5 Choko (Sake Cups)
Otani Ware is pottery from the Naruto area of Tokushima Prefecture, dating back to the 1780s
They are most known for producing huge jars that are almost the height of a human adult
For these large pieces, the artisan lies beneath the pottery wheel and kicks it up in order to turn it, a technique called “Nerokuro”
Also produced are everyday items such as rice bowls, tea and sake cups, as well as decorative pieces
This tokkuri is marked "Tokushima Shinbun" (Tokushima Newspaper) near the base, indicating this may have been an anniversary or commemorative piece
SIZE (Approx.)
TOKKURI:
DIAMETER 7.5CM (3") X HEIGHT 13.9CM (5.5")
CHOKO:
DIAMETER 5CM (2") X HEIGHT 3CM (1.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
450 Grams (Total for all pieces)
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some slight crazing on the inside of a couple of cups. Overall very good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Vintage set of Otani Ware Tokkuri (Decanter) and 5 Choko (Sake Cups)
Otani Ware is pottery from the Naruto area of Tokushima Prefecture, dating back to the 1780s
They are most known for producing huge jars that are almost the height of a human adult
For these large pieces, the artisan lies beneath the pottery wheel and kicks it up in order to turn it, a technique called “Nerokuro”
Also produced are everyday items such as rice bowls, tea and sake cups, as well as decorative pieces
This tokkuri is marked "Tokushima Shinbun" (Tokushima Newspaper) near the base, indicating this may have been an anniversary or commemorative piece
SIZE (Approx.)
TOKKURI:
DIAMETER 7.5CM (3") X HEIGHT 13.9CM (5.5")
CHOKO:
DIAMETER 5CM (2") X HEIGHT 3CM (1.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
450 Grams (Total for all pieces)
CONDITION - VERY GOOD
Some slight crazing on the inside of a couple of cups. Overall very good condition.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.