Antique Japanese Kutani Eggshell Porcelain Cup & Saucer - Geisha Lithphane

Description

View Antique Japanese Kutani Eggshell Porcelain Cup & Saucer - Geisha Lithphane with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. • Antique Japanese Kutani porcelain. • Traditional Kutani red and gold palette. Kutani porcelain. Kutani cup and saucer. • Geisha lithophane image in the base of the cup. Japanese teacup. Antique Japanese Kutani eggshell porcelain cup and saucer set, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century (Meiji period). This delicate set is crafted from extremely thin “eggshell” porcelain , known for its remarkable translucency when held up to light. The cup and saucer feature traditional Kutani-style hand-painted enamel decoration in rich red and gold tones with intricate detailing. A distinctive feature of these collectible cups is the hidden lithophane Geisha image in the base of the cup, which becomes visible when the cup is held up to light. Features • Antique Japanese Kutani porcelain • Extremely thin eggshell porcelain construction • Hand-painted enamel decoration • Traditional Kutani red and gold palette • Geisha lithophane image in the base of the cup • Late 19th–early 20th century (Meiji period) Measurements Cup height: 1 3/4 inches Cup diameter: 3 1/2 inches Saucer diameter: 5 1/4 inches Condition Vintage antique condition. Please review photos carefully for details of condition. No major damage noted unless otherwise stated. This beautiful and delicate set makes a wonderful addition to any Japanese porcelain collection, Asian antiques collection, or vintage teacup display . Keywords Kutani porcelain eggshell porcelain Japanese lithophane cup geisha cup Meiji era porcelain Japanese teacup Asian antiques Kutani cup and saucer Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Asian › 1900-Now › Japanese › Other Japanese Collectibles.

Culture

Japanese

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

Japan