This is a bisque-fired dove-shaped tokkuri (sake bottle). It appears to have been used to warm sake by placing it in the ashes of an irori (sunken hearth). Due to its age and the nature of the bisque firing, it can no longer be used for its original purpose, but it is currently sold as a flower vase at antique markets. There are no noticeable cracks or chips. Width: 17cm, Height: 8.5cm Search terms: Antique folk craft, folk art