Japan, a collection of eight (8) antique blue and white and iron red multi glazed porcelain sake bottles, 19th century. These are beautiful little gems, hand-painted in Classic floral patterns from the Arita kilns. Very good condition. Make unique bud vases and as gifts.

Dimensions: largest is 5″ tall and 1.5″ diameter.

Provenance: old North Kyoto collection

History:
In Japan some 600 years ago,these bottles were handcrafted at Arita, Kyushu island, an early center of porcelain production since 17th century. These were crafted for feudal lords, daimyos and for export. By late 1800’s, when Japan was forcibly opened to westerners, Arita and other kiln’s wares like Imari, Kutani, and Satsuma porcelains became more available and they reached high artistic achievement as favored export art to the west.