Japanese Hand Painted Kutani Eggshell Porcelain 14pcs tea set - Meiji Era
This beautiful antique Japanese Kutani eggshell porcelain 14 pcs Tea set, is likely from the Meiji Era (circa 1900) Kutani Porcelain: This type of enameled Japanese porcelain takes its name from the town of Kutani.Eggshell Porcelain: The term "eggshell porcelain" refers to the extremely thin and delicate nature of the porcelain, which allows light to shine through it.Design: The set features a hand-painted scene, depicting a "Mountain Village" patternHistorical Context: Such sets were often made for export during the Meiji Era and were popular in Western countries during the "Japonisme" craze of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. All pieces are in very good antique condition, with some signs of wear and use, but no chips or cracks. Note the small professional repair on the teapot spout
This beautiful antique Japanese Kutani eggshell porcelain 14 pcs Tea set, is likely from the Meiji Era (circa 1900) Kutani Porcelain: This type of enameled Japanese porcelain takes its name from the town of Kutani.Eggshell Porcelain: The term "eggshell porcelain" refers to the extremely thin and delicate nature of the porcelain, which allows light to shine through it.Design: The set features a hand-painted scene, depicting a "Mountain Village" patternHistorical Context: Such sets were often made for export during the Meiji Era and were popular in Western countries during the "Japonisme" craze of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. All pieces are in very good antique condition, with some signs of wear and use, but no chips or cracks. Note the small professional repair on the teapot spout
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This beautiful antique Japanese Kutani eggshell porcelain 14 pcs Tea set, is likely from the Meiji Era (circa 1900) Kutani Porcelain: This type of enameled Japanese porcelain takes its name from the town of Kutani.Eggshell Porcelain: The term "eggshell porcelain" refers to the extremely thin and delicate nature of the porcelain, which allows light to shine through it.Design: The set features a hand-painted scene, depicting a "Mountain Village" patternHistorical Context: Such sets were often made for export during the Meiji Era and were popular in Western countries during the "Japonisme" craze of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. All pieces are in very good antique condition, with some signs of wear and use, but no chips or cracks. Note the small professional repair on the teapot spout
