{"product_id":"antique-japanese-ceramics-285","title":"FLAT BOTTLE, Sue Ware, Nara–Heian Period（710–1185CE）","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Sue ware flat bottle dating to the Nara–Heian period (c. 710–1185 CE).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flat bottle is a form in which a slightly compressed body bears the neck and mouth set to one side, a shape well suited to pouring liquids. It first appeared in the early seventh century and continued to be made through the Nara and Heian periods. Early examples have a rounded body, but from the Nara period onward, as in this example, a distinct ridge develops at the shoulder and the body becomes progressively flatter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small flat bottle fits in the palm of the hand. Its low, flattened body is topped by an obliquely rising neck and mouth, and a small pierced handle is attached. Though diminutive, the shoulder ridge and the swelling of the body are well preserved, clearly revealing the characteristic form of the flat bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe firing has produced an ash-gray to black color, and the surface shows fine wheel marks and the granular texture of the clay. Occasional encrustations and firing-induced roughness remain, lending the subdued surface quality characteristic of Sue ware that has aged over a long period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than serving as a practical sake vessel, this is a piece to be appreciated as a small ancient form—placed on a shelf or in the corner of a tea room. In its compact silhouette the distinctive appeal of ancient Sue ware shapes is beautifully distilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an antique, the rim and body bear small chips, abrasions, encrustations, and irregularities in the clay. Please appreciate these as part of the object's surface character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROCANIIRU COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52429091209497,"sku":null,"price":27800.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9911\/1193\/files\/2026052313068.jpg?v=1779634293","url":"https:\/\/rcnir.com\/en-in\/products\/antique-japanese-ceramics-285","provider":"入蘆花（ロカニイル）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}