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Description
A superb set of four identical Japanese eggshell porcelain lidded cups with matching saucers, from the Meiji period (1868–1912). Each piece is extremely thinly potted and finely decorated in vibrant polychrome enamels, depicting two samurai warriors in exquisite detail.

The set carries the Hichozan Shinpo-sei mark on all components – cups, lids, and saucers – a well-known Arita ware workshop of the Meiji era. Eggshell porcelain of this quality is highly collectible for both its delicacy and the precision of the painting.

Age
Meiji period, Japan (1868–1912)

Measurements
– Cups: 9.0 cm high × 9.1 cm diameter
– Lids: 7.6 cm diameter
– Saucers: 13.0 cm diameter

Condition
Overall in sublime condition. One cup has a very small chip on the footrim; all other pieces are in perfect condition. No hairlines, restorations, additional chips, or fritting.

All objects are packed with the greatest care and shipped fully insured. All objects are examined carefully under strong UV light. The condition is described with great care, aiming to reflect the actual state of the object as closely as possible.

1850-1900 - Japan -  

Cup and saucer (6) - Porcelain

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