Kutani – Set of 3 Shunga sake cups (sakazuki) – Hand-painted porcelain with gold decoration – - Ceramic - Japan - Estimated period: 1970–1980
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A set of three Kutani porcelain sakazuki featuring hand‑painted Shunga scenes with gold interior decoration and a red abstract exterior, dating from around 1970–1980, in excellent condition with Kutani mark and a wooden storage box.
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Special set of three Japanese Kutani sake cups (Sakazuki), made of porcelain and featuring refined, hand-painted Shunga illustrations.
Shunga is a traditional Japanese art form in which erotic scenes are depicted. These illustrations, also known as Makura-e, have a long history within Japanese print and decorative art.
The interior of each cup is richly adorned with gold-colored decoration, combined with colorful, detailed erotic images. The exterior has a subdued ornamentation with abstract red brushstrokes.
The illustrations are not visible when the cups are placed upside down, giving the set a playful and discreet character.
On the bottom is the traditional Kutani mark (九谷) according to the original auction description.
The three cups have different sizes and are supplied with a matching wooden storage box.
Specifications
Origin: Japan
Type: Sake cups (Sakazuki)
Style: Kutani porcelain with Shunga decoration
Material: Porcelain
Quantity: 3 pieces
Decoration: Erotic Shunga illustrations with gold-colored finish
Brand mark: Kutani (九谷), according to the original description
Estimated period: 1970–1980
Accessory: Wooden storage box
Dimensions
Large: diameter 8 cm, height 2.5 cm
Medium: diameter 7 cm, height 2 cm
Small: diameter 6 cm, height 1.8 cm
Condition: Excellent condition, with minimal signs of use and light signs of aging.
Due to the delicate gold decoration, the cups are not suitable for dishwasher or microwave. Hand cleaning with care is recommended.
A decorative and collectible set of Japanese Kutani ceramics, of interest to enthusiasts of Japanese art, Shunga and traditional sake accessories.
The photos are part of the description.
Special set of three Japanese Kutani sake cups (Sakazuki), made of porcelain and featuring refined, hand-painted Shunga illustrations.
Shunga is a traditional Japanese art form in which erotic scenes are depicted. These illustrations, also known as Makura-e, have a long history within Japanese print and decorative art.
The interior of each cup is richly adorned with gold-colored decoration, combined with colorful, detailed erotic images. The exterior has a subdued ornamentation with abstract red brushstrokes.
The illustrations are not visible when the cups are placed upside down, giving the set a playful and discreet character.
On the bottom is the traditional Kutani mark (九谷) according to the original auction description.
The three cups have different sizes and are supplied with a matching wooden storage box.
Specifications
Origin: Japan
Type: Sake cups (Sakazuki)
Style: Kutani porcelain with Shunga decoration
Material: Porcelain
Quantity: 3 pieces
Decoration: Erotic Shunga illustrations with gold-colored finish
Brand mark: Kutani (九谷), according to the original description
Estimated period: 1970–1980
Accessory: Wooden storage box
Dimensions
Large: diameter 8 cm, height 2.5 cm
Medium: diameter 7 cm, height 2 cm
Small: diameter 6 cm, height 1.8 cm
Condition: Excellent condition, with minimal signs of use and light signs of aging.
Due to the delicate gold decoration, the cups are not suitable for dishwasher or microwave. Hand cleaning with care is recommended.
A decorative and collectible set of Japanese Kutani ceramics, of interest to enthusiasts of Japanese art, Shunga and traditional sake accessories.
The photos are part of the description.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Estimated period: 1970–1980
Number of objects
3
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Ceramic
Title of artwork
Kutani – Set of 3 Shunga sake cups (sakazuki) – Hand-painted porcelain with gold decoration –
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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