Antique Ceramic Bulldog Shelf Flask Decanter with Cork - Made in Japan

Up for sale is a charming, vintage mid-century ceramic bulldog figural decanter / shelf flask.This whimsical piece features a highly stylized bulldog modeled after the popular 1920s/1930s "Bonzo the Dog" cartoon style. It is finished in a glossy white glaze with vibrant, hand-painted orange and blue lusterware accents.Unlike multi-piece jam jars, this is a solid, single-piece novelty bottle meant for a home bar display. The fluid is filled and poured entirely through the single opening at the top of the dog's head, which retains a vintage cork stopper. The wide mouth and expressive orange tongue are completely sealed.Origin: Made in Japan (Stamped/incised on the base)Era: Circa 1930s – 1950sMaterial: Porcelain / CeramicFeatures: Original cork stopper included, hand-painted luster details