Japanese Antique Pair of Sake Bottles 銚子 (Choshi) 2pcs Gold Lacquer Makie 'Cherry Blossoms' with Box This elegant pair of Japanese antique lacquer sake bottles known as Choshi (銚子) is decorated with refined gold makie depicting delicate cherry blossoms (sakura) flowing gracefully across the glossy black urushi surface, a motif deeply associated with Japanese aesthetics and seasonal celebration. The square-bodied form with long pouring spouts and arched handles represents a traditional design used for serving warmed sake during formal banquets and tea gatherings. The fine gold makie decoration contrasts beautifully against the deep lacquer ground, creating a sense of quiet luxury and seasonal poetry that reflects the refined taste of Japanese dining culture. Such pairs of choshi were commonly used during celebratory meals, where warm sake was poured for guests, and their balanced proportions and elegant handles allowed them to be handled gracefully while serving. The presence of the original wooden storage box further enhances the historical character of the set and suggests careful preservation over many decades. Based on the style of lacquer work, form, and box construction, this set can be attributed to the late Edo to early Meiji period, circa 1860–1880, a time when traditional lacquer craftsmanship continued to flourish while adapting to changing cultural tastes. Today these pieces offer more than historical interest; they bring an atmosphere of classical Japanese hospitality into the modern interior. One can easily imagine them placed on a low table during an intimate dinner, their gold blossoms softly catching the light as warm sake is poured for guests, creating a moment that connects the present with the quiet elegance of Japan’s past. Box Dimensions: 14.1" x 5.7" x 7.6" / 36cm x 14.5cm x 19.5cm Choshi Dimensions: 5.9" x 4.5" x 5.5" / 15cm x 11.5cm x 14cm Material: Wood Weight: 1180g including Box Condition Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Special notes: DAMAGE. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by International ePacket Light, EMS, or DHL.