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Japanese Kutani porcelain tea set.
Liberton, Edinburgh
£25
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Description
Set of 25 pieces
2 different sets:
1st set
-tea pot with saucer
-milk jug with saucer
-sugar bowl
-tea cup with saucer
2nd set
9 tea cups with saucers
Japanese Kutani porcelain tea set, likely from the Meiji period (1868-1912).
Material and Style:
It is made of delicate eggshell porcelain, a thin and translucent type of ceramic. The style is likely Shoza, characterized by iron red and black line work with a dominant color palette.
Decoration:
The tea set is hand-painted with traditional Japanese scenes, featuring geishas in kimonos enjoying the scenery of a mountain river.
Origin:
Kutani ware originates from the Ishikawa prefecture in Japan, with "Kutani" translating to "Nine Valleys".
Age:
It is likely from the late 19th to early 20th century, a period when Kutani ware production was prolific due to increased Western trade.
Collector's Item:
Due to its age, craftsmanship, and artistry, this tea set is considered a collector's item.
To pick up from Cameron Toll area. No time wasters please.
Posted: 19 hours ago
Ad ID: 1497290846
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