Hand-Painted Sgraffito Strawberry Sake Set (Flask and Cup)
Unbranded / Studio Pottery · Kitchenware & Appliances > Tableware
Era / Decade
Likely 1990s-2000s; modern studio pottery
Material
Ceramic (stoneware or earthenware) with a light blue glaze and white sgraffito-style etched design. The interior is a cream/white glaze.
Condition
Very Good. The pieces appear structurally sound without obvious cracks. There is some visible surface dirt and potential minor scuffing on the mid-section of the flask, but nothing that wouldn't clean up with a gentle wash.
Demand Level
Moderate. Strawberry motifs are currently popular in 'cottagecore' and 'grandmillennial' aesthetic circles.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$15 - $28
Estimated Retail Value
$30 - $45 (Comparable to artisanal or boutique housewares)
Comparable Sales
Similar unbranded ceramic sake sets or bud vases with fruit motifs typically sell for $18 to $25 plus shipping on platforms like eBay and Etsy.
Description
This charming two-piece ceramic set features a bulbous sake flask/mini-vase and matching cup in an attractive sky blue. The set is decorated with a hand-painted or etched sgraffito-style strawberry and leaf motif in white. Perfect for serving chilled sake or as a decorative cottagecore bud vase set. Dimensions: Flask approximately 5 inches tall; Cup approximately 2.5 inches tall.
Key Features
Hand-crafted aesthetic; trendy 'Cottagecore' strawberry motif; versatile as both functional barware and home decor; calming blue color palette.
Authenticity Indicators
Authentic studio pottery or mass-produced artisanal giftware; low risk of counterfeiting. Confidence: High.
Flaws to Note
Slight scuffing on the blue glaze surface; unbranded (lacks collector name), which may cap the upper-end value.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Etsy (if vintage/handmade), eBay, or Depop for a younger audience interested in cute kitchen aesthetics.
Selling Tips
Use keywords like 'Cottagecore', 'Strawberry Aesthetic', 'Sgraffito', and 'Artisanal Sake Set'. Photograph in natural light against a neutral background. Mention it can be used as a bud vase to widen the buyer pool.
Notes
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