Superb Japanese tea set in Kutani porcelain, also known as "eggshell" porcelain, characterized by its extreme delicacy and lightness. Entirely hand-painted, this set features a richly detailed traditional Japanese design, blending coral red, gold leaf, and delicate polychrome motifs.
The Dobin-style teapot, with its bamboo handle, adds a touch of authenticity and elegance. Each piece testifies to remarkable Japanese craftsmanship, with great precision in design and a harmony of colors typical of Kutani porcelain.
The "Nippon Tokusei" mark on the reverse identifies this as a Japanese production intended for export during the first half of the 20th century, around 1930. This antique Japanese Kutani porcelain tea set is a sought-after collector's item.
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Features of the Kutani tea set:
- Material: Kutani porcelain “eggshell”
- Origin: Japan
- Period: circa 1930 (Nippon Tokusei)
- Type: tea set (Dobin)
- Decoration: hand-painted, coral red and gilding
- Style: traditional Japanese art
- Condition: good overall condition (see photos)
- Composition: teapot, sugar bowl, milk jug, saucers
- Dimensions:
• Teapot: H. 14 cm – Ø 14 cm
• Saucer: Ø 14 cm
• Milk jug: H. 8 cm – Ø 8 cm
• Sugar bowl: H. 10 cm – Ø 10 cm
- Total weight: 2 kg









