or Hip Flasks
Japanese, flask with incised fish on blue background by Tomo Miyagi, son-in-law and heir to Jiro Kinjo (1912-2004; 1985 National Living Treasure), 4 x 5 in., [good condition]; five flasks from the Tsuboya kilns, 1950s to 1970s, largest 5-1/2 x 5-1/2 in., [one with minor chip to spout]. Condition: . Notes: [Dachiban] were used to carry rice sake or sweet potato liquor while traveling or working, and the form is virtually unique to Okinawa.
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