Japanese porcelain miniature tea set

Japanese Miniature Porcelain Tea Service – 1940s (Blue Willow Décor) Charming old-fashioned toy/collector’s dinette set Charming miniature tea service in antique porcelain, made in Japan in the 1940s (Showa era / post-war). The set is crafted in the famous and indispensable Anglo-Asian “Blue Willow” pattern (blue-on-white willow scene), highly sought after by collectors. Contents of the Service (9 pieces) 1 Teapot with its handle and spout 1 Sugar bowl with two handles 1 Milk/Cream pot 3 Tea cups 3 Saucers/Matching underplates Characteristics & Condition Origin: Japan (stamped on the underside with the blue “Made in Japan” underglaze mark) Era: 1940s (20th century) Decoration: Blue cobalt underglaze transfer depicting the traditional Blue Willow landscape (pagodas, bridges, willows, and birds) Condition: Generally good vintage condition considering its age and delicacy. Shows subtle signs of use (slight glaze variations and patina from time beneath the bases) An ideal set to complete a curiosity cabinet, a vintage dollhouse, or a collection of Asian miniature porcelains.

Estimate:£0.83

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