Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" "Shinzou" Glossy also known as Otafuku (“much

also known as Otafuku (“much good fortune”) — the joyful female spirit of laughter

Its tapered

Monumental Japanese fish market kanban (看板) — carved and lacquered wood signboard from a wholesale fish merchant establishment

and minor abrasions consistent with age

Company-grade backstrap—partially decorated

Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" "Shinzou" Glossy also known as Otafuku (“muchAntique Japanese Tokkuri "Shinzou" () Sake Storage JarJapan, late Edo to Meiji period (1800's)Dimensions: 10. 5" H 5. 5" Dia. This Japanese tokkuri () was traditionally used for storing and serving sake, Japans fermented rice wine. Larger examples such as this one were typically employed by brewers, inns, or taverns for transport and bulk storage, often sealed with paper or cloth and secured with twine. The straw wrapping is part of the new in package