Antique Japanese Early Showa Era c1930's Sake Cup Kutani Tsutsugaki self published and self carved

self published and self carved by the artist (jikoku seal in upper left)

It is oval shaped with three slight indents in the middle

This one is 12" tall and hand painted in a traditional landscaped motif

contributing to various genres

Antique Japanese Early Showa Era c1930's Sake Cup Kutani Tsutsugaki self published and self carvedThis is an antique Japanese Early Showa era (c1930's) stencil transfer sake cup used specifically for drinking sake. This cup is Kutani wear, a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture and it has a history of over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of green, yellow, red, purple, and navy blue that are applied to the bold and daring lines. Its long history has evolved through the tireless efforts