Vintage Lefton China Rococo Courting Scene Teacup & Saucer Black Gold

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View Vintage Lefton China Rococo Courting Scene Teacup & Saucer Black Gold with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The first pieces of Lefton China with the "Made in Occupied Japan" mark reached the United States in 1946. Lefton China produced in Occupied Japan included a wide range of pieces, dating from 1946 to 1952. WHAT YOU ARE BUYING/BIDDING ON #40759 Circa mid 20th century footed porcelain tea cup and saucer by Lefton China. Slightly iridescent, hand painted in black and gold with a repeating motif of Rococo figures in a romantic Provincial landscape. "George Zoltan Lefton, also referred to as Geo Z Lefton, Geo Zoltan Lefton, and G.Z. Lefton, arrived in the United States from Hungary in 1939. Although Lefton made his living in Hungary in sportswear, his passion for fine porcelain turned from a hobby into a business when he founded the Lefton Company in 1941 in Chicago. When Pearl Harbor was bombed in 1941, many Japanese-owned businesses in Chicago were looted. Lefton helped board up a business owned by Nunome, a Japanese-American friend. After the war, Nunome assisted Lefton in developing essential relationships with china producers in Occupied Japan. Lefton was one of the first American businessmen to deal with the Japanese after World War II. The first pieces of Lefton China with the "Made in Occupied Japan" mark reached the United States in 1946. Lefton China produced in Occupied Japan included a wide range of pieces, dating from 1946 to 1952. Designs ranged from delicate, formal pieces with gold edging and soft floral patterns to the whimsical and playful designs of the 1950s. Many of the pieces of Lefton China from Occupied Japan were produced by the Miyawo Company during this period. The quality and price were both good on Lefton China pieces from this period. Over the years the Lefton Company has produced numerous products that are highly sought after by collectors including, but not limited to, cookie jars, holiday items, figurines, teapots, jam jars, planters, pitchers, shakers, Red Hat pieces, wall pockets and head vases. Lefton China continued to be produced in Japan until the 1970s. Production in the 1980s and beyond moved to Taiwan and Malaysia. Most importantly, the quality remained high. Unfortunately, George Z. Lefton died in 1996 and the Lefton Company was sold in 2001 after 60 years of producing some of America's most popular collectibles and kitchenware. Production under the Lefton China label continues today." (Source: American Antiques) CONDITION Good Overall - Gentle wear DIMENSIONS 51" x 29.5" x 80", 42" snuffer PAYMENT The sooner you pay, the sooner you get your item. The Designers Consignment insists on receiving payment within 3 days of your winning bid or Purchase, otherwise we reserve the right to make a second chance offer to the second place bidder or re-list the item. Please let us know if you have any additional questions. SHIPPING & HANDLING We are currently unable to ship to international US locations. This includes Guam, Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico. We are sorry for the inconvenience. We will ship any item anywhere.  We do are very best to package and secure all our items so they make safe trips to their new homes.  Most of our items ship out same day, excluding items with odd/abnormal dimensions and freight items.  We include insurance and tracking on all of our items and also offer a 100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE to ensure satisfaction.  We also will combine shipping, provide storageand local pickup. If for any reason the cost of our calculated shipping is above or below current rates we will contact you and make adjustments and/or issue necessary refunds.  We strive to get your items delivered in the most safe and cost effective manner.  Our shipping methods include, USPS, UPS, FedEx, Greyhound, Private Transport, Brinks and various LTL carriers for when crate shipping is necessary. Please let us know if you have any additional questions. Add a map to your own listings. FREE Trial! Category: Collectibles › Kitchen & Home › Dinnerware & Serveware › Cups & Saucers. Brand: Lefton.

Brand

Lefton

Type

Tea Cup & Saucer

Color

Multicolor

Style

Rococo