Noritake Morimura M-in-Wreath Hand Painted Japan Cup & Saucer – Floral Gold Trim

Description

View Noritake Morimura M-in-Wreath Hand Painted Japan Cup & Saucer – Floral Gold Trim with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Cup and saucer are bright and glossy. Light wear to the gold trim consistent with age. Small chip on the saucer rim (see close-up). No cracks or repairs. The faint green backstamp shows the “M-in-Wreath” hallmark with HAND PAINTED and MADE IN JAPAN, used circa 1921–1941 during Noritake’s Art Deco export period. Pre-owned vintage condition. Cup and saucer are bright and glossy. Light wear to the gold trim consistent with age. Small chip on the saucer rim (see close-up). No cracks or repairs. Description: Beautiful early 20th-century hand-painted porcelain teacup and saucer, attributed to the Morimura Brothers / Noritake Company of Japan. The faint green backstamp shows the “M-in-Wreath” hallmark with HAND PAINTED and MADE IN JAPAN, used circa 1921–1941 during Noritake’s Art Deco export period. The design features delicate lavender, yellow, and blue florals, thin green and gold accent bands, and fine gold trim. Each piece was painted by hand before export to Western markets, reflecting the craftsmanship that built Noritake’s reputation for quality porcelain. About the Mark: The Morimura “M-in-Wreath” mark represents Morimura Brothers, the founders of what became Noritake Co., Ltd. in Nagoya, Japan. • 1891–1921: “Nippon” marks • 1921–1941: “Made in Japan” marks (your piece fits here) • 1945–1952: “Occupied Japan” marks This set dates solidly between the World Wars, a desirable period for collectors of early Noritake and Japanese Art Deco porcelain. Measurements: • Cup: 2.25” tall x 4.25” wide • Saucer: 5.5” diameter Keywords: Noritake Japan, Morimura Brothers, M-in-Wreath mark, Art Deco porcelain, hand painted floral cup, vintage teacup saucer set, early 1900s china, gold rim tea cup, Made in Japan, collectible teaware, Nippon era style, antique Japanese porcelain Condition: Used. Category: Pottery & Glass › Decorative Cookware, Dinnerware & Serveware › Cup & Saucers. Brand: Noritake.

Pattern

Floral

Shape

Round

Occasion

All Occasions

Color

Gold

Material

Porcelain

Set Includes

Cup, Saucer

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Noritake

Type

Cup & Saucer

Department

Unisex Adults

Care Instructions

Hand Wash Only

Original/Licensed Reproduction

Original

Theme

Floral

Features

Decorative

Time Period Manufactured

1900-1919

Production Style

Art Pottery

Backstamp

Printed

Production Technique

Pottery

Finish

Glossy

Country of Origin

Japan

Handmade

Yes