Antique Japanese Mino Ware Ceramic Sake Cup Kintsugi Repair Edo Period PCP280

Antique Japanese Mino Ware Ceramic Sake Cup Kintsugi Repair Edo Period PCP280

This is an antique Japanese ceramic sake cup (guinomi/sakazuki), believed to be Mino ware from the mid to late Edo period (late 18th to early 19th century). It features a rustic brown glaze with a fine crackle pattern (kannyu) that has deepened over centuries of use, embodying a classic wabi-sabi aesthetic.

Notably, the rim of the cup has been traditionally repaired using the "kintsugi" technique, where gold is used to mend a chip. This method not only restores the functional piece but highlights its history and imperfections as part of its unique character. It is a highly collectible piece for sake enthusiasts or collectors of antique Japanese pottery.

Size

Height: 4 cm / approx. 1.6 inches

Diameter: 8 cm / approx. 3.1 inches

Weight: 74 g / approx. 0.16 lbs

Condition

Used antique condition. As a piece from the Edo period, it shows significant signs of age, including surface wear, natural staining within the glaze crackles, and an authentic kintsugi repair on the rim. Please check the photos carefully to confirm the exact condition before purchasing.