Large sake bottle, iron glaze

Collection NumberA000299
TitleLarge sake bottle, iron glaze
DateEdo period, 18-19th century
Artist, Kiln, Workshop丹波窯 Tanba ware
Name of prefectures & citiesJapan, Hyogo Prefecture
Description of works【Handsome o-dokkuri (giant sake bottle)】
This sake bottle is a handsome work with shiny black tetsuyu (iron-based glaze) lines radiating down from the neck. Much larger than the bottles normally used for sake today, these were used mainly for storing or transporting sake. These bottles were made by potters in Tamba, Hyogo Prefecture, whose works were distinguished from those of other producers by their charm. Tamba ceramics still have a large fan base.

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