Vintage Wooden Bird Sugar Bowl Pot Missing Beak Hato Japan Mingei Mid Century
This is a vintage bird-shaped sugar bowl (also referred to as a "Hato Sugar Pot" or "Hato Sugar Bowl") made of carved wood.
The piece features a distinct honeycomb or faceted carved pattern on the body. The lid is shaped like a bird's head (missing beak), and it includes a matching wooden spoon that acts as the bird's tail when inserted into the slot.
Product Details
Item Type: Sugar bowl/pot with lid and spoon.
Material: Hand-carved wood with a dark brown finish.
Design: Geometric faceted body with a figural bird lid.
Origin: Often associated with Sakaeya Craft Store (栄屋工芸店) or "Sakaeya Kogei" from the Nagano/Matsumoto region of Japan.
Style: Mid-century Japanese folk craft (Mingei).
Missing beak. Minor scuffs on the surface consistent with age.
Measures about 5.25" tall.
CONDITION
*Please expect wear on vintage items. We feel wear and use only adds character and history, but please do see photos and take note*