IMARI SOBA CUPS 19TH C SET OF 8 ANTIQUE MEIJI JAPANESE

Description

View IMARI SOBA CUPS 19TH C SET OF 8 ANTIQUE MEIJI JAPANESE with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Originally used for soba dipping sauce, these versatile porcelain vessels are ideal for tea, soup, or display. Because these are hand-thrown and hand-painted, each cup showcases slight variations that distinguish genuine antique studio pottery from modern reproductions. This authentic set of eight 19th-century Japanese IMARI SOBACHOKO cups represents the fine craftsmanship of the MEIJI Period. Originally used for soba dipping sauce, these versatile porcelain vessels are ideal for tea, soup, or display. Each piece features traditional hand-painted floral panels and geometric borders on the exterior, with a coordinating floral medallion on the interior floor. Because these are hand-thrown and hand-painted, each cup showcases slight variations that distinguish genuine antique studio pottery from modern reproductions.  Origin: Arita, Japan.  Maker: IMARI style kilns.  Period: MEIJI Period (1868–1912).  Style Design Features: Paneled floral motifs, geometric borders, and a tapered silhouette.  Dimensions: 3.5 inches diameter by 2.75 inches height.  Condition: Excellent overall condition with two cups showing minor flea-bite chips on the bottom foot rim.   *copper tray shown in photos as prop, is Not  included.  Carefully custom packed and ships within one business day upon receipt of payment. Condition: BEAUTIFUL, MATCHING SET OF EIGHT -EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY -Excellent overall condition with two cups showing minor flea-bite chips on the bottom foot rim; copper tray not included.. Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › Japan › Glasses & Cups.

Primary Material

Porcelain & Pottery

Color

Multi-Color

Original/Reproduction

Antique Original

Region of Origin

Japan

Age

1850-1899

Country of Origin

Japan