Antique Japanese Edo Era c1850's Imari Sake Cup Sobachoko (damage) Garden The clear lacquer finish sets

The clear lacquer finish sets off the wood grain nicely

Having been in storage with limited use since the mid 1900's it remains in very fine condition

after multiple firings and polishing

The red (beni-uri) lacquer finish — applied over the wood and burnished to a deep oxblood tone — shows the honest patina of age: edge wear

Antique Japanese Edo Era c1850's Imari Sake Cup Sobachoko (damage) Garden The clear lacquer finish setsThis is an antique Japanese cup called a Sobachoko (dating back probably to the mid to late Edo Era (c. 1850's). Typically used for drinking cold sake these days it may also be used as dipping bowl for noodle, hold sauce or spices and otherwise an nice all purpose items for food service. Made of a high fire ceramic for lasting durability. It has all hand painted design. This bowl measures 3" in diameter by 2 1 4" tall (7. 5 x 5. 5 cm). It has a dark