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Brand: Moriyama Mori-Machi
Type: Sake Barrel / Decanter
Material: Porcelain
Era/Age: 1920s–1930s (Pre-WWII)
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
Features: Hand Painted, Original Elephant Topper Lid, Original Wooden Spigot
Item Description
Vintage 1920s–1930s Moriyama Mori-Machi Hand-Painted Porcelain Sake Barrel Decanter
Buy-it-now is a stunning, highly collectible pre-WWII Japanese porcelain sake barrel dispenser/decanter. Crafted by the renowned Moriyama Mori-Machi factory in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, this piece features gorgeous, intricate hand-painted gold floral medallions, delicate scrollwork, and a distinctive lusterware trim.
The barrel is complete with its rare, original porcelain elephant figurine topper lid and its original wooden spigot, making it an incredibly well-preserved centerpiece for any collector of vintage Asian art or antique Japanese ceramics.
Authenticity & Markings:
The bottom of the pedestal base proudly displays the authentic, vintage red-orange wreath backstamp featuring the stylized "M" logo, surrounded by the words "Hand Painted" and "Japan". This exact mark was used primarily during the 1920s and 1930s, guaranteeing its age and provenance.
Condition Details:
Porcelain: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or hairline fractures found on the barrel body or base.
Gold & Paint: The hand-painted gold leaf filigree remains bright and vibrant with minimal age-related surface wear.
Components: The ceramic elephant lid sits securely. The original wooden spigot is present and securely attached (please see photos for exact cosmetic condition of the vintage wood components).
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