Antique Stoneware Ink Bottle Warm Buff Glaze Stamped

Antique Stoneware Ink Bottle Warm Buff Glaze StampedA compact stoneware bottle with a warm buff glaze and a distinctive stepped collar neck, embossed on the body with a small circular stamp, partially legible. A lovely small scale piece with good surface interest. Condition: Good antique condition. Minor surface wear. Dimensions: 12cm H x 7cm W

Mikasa was founded in California in 1948 and became one of the leading names in tableware and giftware across the latter half of the twentieth century

high-relief lobster design

crazing and discolouration consistent with age

constructed entirely in bamboo

Decorated with delicate botanical and geometric motifs in underglaze blue on a cream ground

The reverse shows a significant area of brown surface scratching and abrasion in the right-centre area

Age-related marks and patina are apparent

Condition: Both bottles in very good condition

Frame is sound with minor wear

With their softly tarnished silver-plated finish

The labels read like field notes: 'Southern Olives'

With its delicate handles and classic color palette