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Cased Mid-20th Century Japanese Satsuma-style Moriage Dragonware Tea Set

$1,028.37
£750
€874.71
CA$1,408.18
A$1,565.71
CHF 817.53
MX$19,058.49
NOK 10,431.29
SEK 9,773.62
DKK 6,528.12
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Satsuma-style Moriage Dragonware Tea Set with Arhats – Original Fitted Case A finely decorated Japanese Satsuma-style tea set, dating to the mid-20th century, presented in its original fitted case. Each piece is enamelled in vibrant polychrome and highlighted with raised moriage slip work and gilt detailing. The design features Arhats (Buddhist disciples) with haloed heads and expressive faces, surrounded by stylised dragons and wave motifs in the traditional export style. The set comprises 15 pieces: Teapot with dragon spout and figural lid Lidded sugar bowl and milk jug Five teacups with matching saucers Two smaller lidded vessels, likely for tea or waste Each piece is signed to the base with a red and gold character mark. The set is housed in its original black faux crocodile presentation case, lined in red silk and blue padded velvet, with fitted compartments for each item. Medium: Earthenware with enamel and gilt overglaze decoration Origin: Japan, circa 1950 Case dimensions: 55 x 32 x 15 cm Condition: Very good overall. No visible chips or cracks. Gilding and enamels are bright and intact. The outer case with some surface wear and age-related scuffing.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.66 in (55 cm)Width: 5.91 in (15 cm)Depth: 12.6 in (32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good overall. No visible chips or cracks. Gilding and enamels are bright and intact. The outer case with some surface wear and age-related scuffing.
  • Seller Location:
    Worcester, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5847245428022

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