(15 pc) Antique Japanese Satsuma Tea Set

(15 pc) Antique Japanese Satsuma Tea Set
Late 19th Century, Japan
Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unidentified.

Marking(s): Japanese maker's marks hand-painted to underside of each item.

Materials: Earthenware ceramic with polychrome enamel and gilt decoration.

Cataloger Note: Antique Japanese Satsuma tea set featuring finely detailed figural decoration depicting robed figures, accented by elaborate geometric patterns, dragon motifs, and gilt embellishments. The set includes a dragon-form teapot, covered vessels, cups, saucers, and plates. Characterized by richly decorated surfaces in gold, brown, black, and cream tones. Includes:
(6) Japanese Satsuma Tea Cups
(6) Japanese Satsuma Saucers
(1) Large Japanese Satsuma Tea Pot
(1) Japanese Satsuma Covered Cream Pot
(1) Japanese Satsuma Covered Sugar Bowl
Tea Cups: L: 4.75" x W: 3.75" x H: 1.75"
Saucers: D: 5.75" x H: 0.75"
Tea Pot: L: 9" x W: 5" x H: 7.5"
Cream Pot: L: 6" x W: 4" x H: 5.5"
Sugar Bowl: L: 6" x W: 4.5"x H: 6"

Condition
Good overall condition. Repair to mouth of dragon finial on creamer pot. Minor surface wear consistent with age and use. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com