Japan's Dragonware porcelain tea and coffee service with...

Beautiful and authentic Japanese porcelain tea and coffee service, executed in the famous Dragonware style with detailed Moriage relief decorations of dragons in relief enamel and gilded accents. A special and collectible feature: the two larger teacups are made from extremely fine eggshell porcelain and, when held to the light, reveal a refined Geisha Lithophane (embossed watermark). The service consists of: - 1x Large teapot / coffee pot with lid (approx. 19 cm high, 18 cm wide including spout and handle, diameter approx. 14 cm) - 1x Sugar pot with lid and twin handles - 1x Milk jug - 6x Saucers (diameter approx. 11.5 cm) - 2x Large teacups with Geisha lithophane (height approx. 5.5 cm) - 4x Coffee / mocha cups (height approx. 4.5 cm) Specifications: - Origin: Japan - Manufacturer / Brand: Maruku China (supplied with authentic factory mark with a crown on the underside) - Period: Mid-20th century (c. 1950) - Material: Porcelain / eggshell porcelain with Moriage and gilding - Condition: In very good condition with no cracks, chips, or restorations. Light, age-appropriate wear on the gilded rims (see photos for an accurate impression). Any customs duties, import taxes and charges for shipments outside the EU are entirely the buyer's responsibility. The lot will be packed with utmost care, double-wrapped and professionally shipped by registered and insured Track & Trace.

Estimate:£3.35

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