Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1890's) Signed Tokkuri Sake Jug Sake Blue (Vase) 10.5”H

This is an antique Japanese large sake jug from the late Meiji Era (c. 1890). This one is 10.5" tall and glazed on two sides with very decorative calligraphy. This type of sake jug was one of the first recyclables in that it could be returned to the sake company that made it and be refilled. It is all hand made and fired at high temperatures for lasting durability. 

This large ceramic sake jug measures 7" in diameter by 10.5" tall (18 x 35.5 cm) and remains in good condition It is high fire glazed both inside and out. Great as a stand alone piece of art with calligraphy. It weighs almost 8 lbs.