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Japanese Tokuri
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Japanese Tokuri

17th century
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A late 17th century Japanese Arita Tokuri or drinking flask of square form with raised decoration of Shishi and foliage on a rocky outcrop with a flying Crane on the top. It is in very good condition, no chips ,cracks or restoration.

Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Japanese Porcelain Tokuri Flask to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
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SA1215485
Description
A late 17th century Japanese Arita Tokuri or drinking flask of square form with raised decoration of Shishi and foliage on a rocky outcrop with a flying Crane on the top. It is in very good condition, no chips ,cracks or restoration.
Date of Manufacture

David Robinson Antiques has dated this Japanese Porcelain Tokuri Flask to the 17th Century.

Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1215485
David Robinson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2023
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the David Robinson Antiques Profile Page

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A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage.
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Archive I A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage.

Japanese Tokuri

Archive II A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage. View II
Archive III A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage. View III
Archive IV A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage. View IV
Archive V A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage. View V
Archive VI A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage. View VII
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David Robinson Antiques
Telephone 07860 307887
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Stand 26
The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

Or by appointment.
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/davidrobinsonantiques
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David Robinson Antiques
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A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage.
Japanese Tokuri
Ref: SA1215485
A rectangular off-white Japanese porcelain tokuri flask featuring relief carvings and hand-painted polychrome enamel depictions of a Shishi lion dog and floral foliage.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSake Flasks
  • Period17th century
  • StyleJapanese Edo
  • MaterialPorcelain, Enamel
  • ColourOff-White
  • MotifsShishi lion relief, Polychrome floral enamels, Rectangular form, Corner spout
  • SizeH 19 cm (7 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

This late 17th century Japanese Arita tokuri, or drinking flask, takes a square form in off-white porcelain. The hand-painted polychrome enamel decoration includes red, blue, green, and orange floral foliage, a raised Shishi lion relief upon a rocky outcrop, and a corner spout with red detailing. The piece measures 19 cm high, 9 cm wide, and 9 cm deep. Display this flask on a sideboard top in a living area or dining space to bring period character and colour to a room. The sturdy porcelain construction makes it suitable for everyday placement as a decorative accent or curated display object.

FAQs

A tokuri is a traditional Japanese vessel historically designed for serving sake, crafted from porcelain or earthenware in various geometric or bulbous forms.

Traditional tokuri are crafted from high-fired porcelain or stoneware, decorated using underglaze cobalt blue along with overglaze polychrome enamels and gilding.

Authentic pieces feature signs of hand-shaping, subtle irregularities in the glaze, hand-painted underglaze and overglaze details, and characteristic wear to unglazed base surfaces.

Display a tokuri as a singular accent piece on a bookshelf, styling console table, or open kitchen shelving to add historic Asian craftsmanship and texture.

Clean gently using lukewarm water and a mild non-abrasive detergent, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, immersion of damaged areas, or automated dishwashers.
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