Japanese Porcelain Sake Set Tokkuri Decanter Bottle & 5 Cups Floral Bird

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View Japanese Porcelain Sake Set Tokkuri Decanter Bottle & 5 Cups Floral Bird with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. (carafe) and four matching. carafe functions beautifully as an architectural bud vase, holding single stems of dried hemlock, black roses, or dark willow branches on an altar space. Carafe & 4. Complete 5-Piece Sake Set (. ). ✦ Welcome to Shroud & Shadow ✦ Purveyors of rare relics and dark lifestyle. Up for acquisition is an exquisite, highly narrative artifact of traditional Japanese ritual: a vintage five-piece Kutani-style ceramic sake set , featuring a tokkuri (carafe) and four matching ochoko (cups). Hand-selected for our collection due to its elegant, flared silhouette and beautifully balanced enamel work, this complete set functions as a timeless, multi-functional addition to your cabinet of curiosities or dark academia room curation.  THE DESIGN: Masterfully crafted in Japan during the mid-to-late 20th century, this striking set features an off-white, eggshell-toned glaze enriched by a subtle, authentic all-over crackle patina. The front of each piece is meticulously detailed with an ornate scene of vibrant orange peonies and blooming cherry blossoms, where native songbirds rest among the branches. Striking coral-red bands frame the top and bottom of each vessel, accented by shimmering gold gilt borders. Over decades, the porcelain has retained its deep, glassy shine while holding the moody, vintage character unique to classic Kutani ware export treasures .  THE RELIC STAMP: The underside of each vessel features a crisp, hand-stamped iron-red signature mark. Contained within a formal square border are the traditional kanji characters for "Kutani" (九谷) , anchored cleanly above a bold, capital "JAPAN" export designation. This specific maker's mark confirms its authentic lineage as a mid-century heritage piece from Ishikawa Prefecture, serving as a material testament to an era when traditional regional kilns crafted beautiful everyday rituals for global export. DARK LIFESTYLE PROP IDEAS: ✦ The tokkuri carafe functions beautifully as an architectural bud vase, holding single stems of dried hemlock, black roses, or dark willow branches on an altar space. ✦ Arrange the petite ochoko cups across your vanity, desk, or ritual shelves to elegantly display small treasures like raw crystals, teeth, or vintage jewelry pieces. ✦ Pair the full ensemble directly alongside heavy brass candelabras, weathered wood surfaces, or deep olive-green backdrops to inject narrative depth and eastern antique texturing into a dark parlor vignette. CONDITION REPORT: Excellent vintage condition. The porcelain structure of all five pieces is completely solid, with zero chips, hairline cracks, or structural breaks. The hand-applied enamels and gold trim remain bright, crisp, and beautifully intact. The exterior features gorgeous, age-appropriate surface crazing running throughout the glaze, enhancing its rich historical charm. Ready for immediate atmospheric styling. ITEM SPECIFICS & DETAILS: Object Type: Complete 5-Piece Sake Set ( Tokkuri Carafe & 4 Ochoko Cups)   Material: Crackle-Glazed Porcelain & Ceramic   Profile: Kutani Style Bird & Peony Botanical Motif   Country of Origin: Japan (Typically marked/stamped on base)   Era: Vintage Mid-Century Era Styling: Dark Academia / Gothic Parlor / Cabinet Core / Traditional Ritual Dimensions: Carafe: Approx. 5.25" H x 2.25" W Cups: Approx. 1.75" H x 2" Diameter Please view all high-resolution photos to admire the exquisite craftsmanship. SHIPPING & PACKAGING: At Shroud & Shadow, we treat fragile relics like ancient artifacts. Each component of this sake set will be individual-wrapped meticulously in protective cushioning and boxed robustly to ensure a safe, unbroken journey to your sanctuary. Explore the Shroud & Shadow storefront for more dark aesthetic, cottage-goth, and unique vintage treasures! We gladly combine shipping on multiple items. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Asian › 1900-Now › Japanese › Teapots & Tea Sets.

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Japanese