Thank you for viewing. This is a small sake bottle purchased at an antique market. It's small, but it's a well-made item. It's easy to place on a table, in the entryway, or on a small windowsill. You could also decorate it with seasonal flowers blooming nearby. Size: Height: 9 cm Width: 4 cm Ko-Imari [The following is an AI-generated description for reference] [Ko-Imari Sometsuke Small Sake Bottle / Flower Vase] Late Edo to early Meiji period This is a Ko-Imari sometsuke small sake bottle, acquired at an antique market. Although it is a small piece, approximately 9cm in height and 4cm in diameter, it is an exquisite piece with a refined shape and precise brushwork. The artist skillfully uses shades of blue to hand-paint auspicious motifs based on pine, bamboo, and plum, as well as arabesque patterns. Originally used as a sake bottle for offerings, it is now suitable as a single-flower vase or small flower vase. Simply placing it on a tabletop, in the entryway, or on a windowsill adds a touch of Japanese charm to the space. Inserting seasonal flowers further enhances the expression of the vessel. ■ Dimensions Height: Approximately 9cm Diameter: Approximately 4cm ■ Condition Overall, there are scratches, kiln marks, and clouding of the glaze due to aging, but it is in good condition for an antique. Please check the images. ■ Remarks Imari ware from the late Edo to early Meiji periods shows the skill of handcraftsmanship before the mass production era, and its value as an antique is also increasing. This item also follows that trend, and is a fine piece that combines practicality and appreciation. * Please consider this item with an understanding of the age-appropriate condition, as it is an antique. * We will pack it carefully and ship it promptly.