Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" "Shinsou" Japanese identified by cartouche as Commander

identified by cartouche as Commander of the First Brigade (第一旅團長) — the role in which he led the assault on Port Arthur in November 1894

Most locks are still operable with included keys

5" wide at its widest by 3" tall

Width = 11"

5) tall and1 1/2" at the widest (4 cm)

Antique Japanese 1800's Tokkuri Sake Jug Calligraphy Ceramic Vase 10" "Shinsou" Japanese identified by cartouche as CommanderAntique Japanese Tokkuri "Shinsou" () 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. Thrown by hand on the potters wheel, these jugs