Noritake Art Deco Figural Bridesmaid Lusterware Condiment Set Tray Spoon 1920s

Description

View Noritake Art Deco Figural Bridesmaid Lusterware Condiment Set Tray Spoon 1920s with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Surface & Glaze: The iridescent lusterware glaze remains smooth and highly reflective. Minimal surface friction wear is visible on the high points of the bridesmaid hats and along the black rim-lines of the tray, consistent with age and stacking. Welcome to my Listing   Please Visit My  Store "Sneaks and Tees" For Other Collectable Noritake Look at each photo carefully, they are the primary description as they do it better than I can (due to the highly reflective nature of luster, white and dark spots are reflective light and shadows) ITEM Noritake Art Deco Figural Bridesmaid Lusterware Condiment Set Tray Spoon 1920s AI Research and Description Description Historical Context This figural condiment set was manufactured by Noritake (Morimura Bros.) in Nagoya, Japan, during the height of the Art Deco era (circa 1921–1930) . Known colloquially among collectors as "fancyware," these hand-painted sets showcase the distinct interwar design movement . They feature stylized flapper-era aesthetics—specifically cloche hats, bobbed hair, and geometric color boundaries . The iridescent overglaze finish was achieved using a metallic lusterware washing technique that became a definitive hallmark of early 20th-century Japanese export porcelain .   Technical Specifications Manufacturer: Noritake (Morimura Bros.)   Origin: Nagoya, Japan   Production Period: Circa 1920s   Primary Backstamp: Stamped on the tray bottom with the green Morimura Laurel Wreath mark containing an "M" monogram . Reads "NORITAKE" arched above the wreath, "HAND PAINTED" curved below, and "MADE IN JAPAN" at the base .   Secondary Marks: Shaker bases are stamped with block text "JAPAN" in reddish-brown ink .   Glaze/Decoration: Peach/orange overglaze luster wash, hand-painted facial features, black enamel piping, cold-painted blue floral accents .   Components & Dimensions: Salt & Pepper Shakers (2): Height: 3.5 in | Width: 1.75 in Mustard Pot: Height (with lid): 2.5 in | Width: 2.0 in Serving Spoon: Length: 2.25 in Handled Tray: Length: 7.0 in | Width: 3.0 in   Stoppers: Both shakers retain their original, flush-fitting cork stoppers .   Condition Report Structural Integrity: Excellent antique condition. Thoroughly inspected under magnification; there are no chips, cracks, hairlines, or structural restorations .   Surface & Glaze: The iridescent lusterware glaze remains smooth and highly reflective . Minimal surface friction wear is visible on the high points of the bridesmaid hats and along the black rim-lines of the tray, consistent with age and stacking .   Enamel/Paint: Hand-painted facial features, hair, and floral accents are intact with clean registration and minimal paint loss .   Interior: The mustard pot and shakers show no interior residue, salt-caking, or staining .   Backstamp Noritake, Green M in Wreath, Hand Painted, Made in Japan Auctions I will NOT close an auction early, so please do not ask. Buy It Now I will entertain reasonable offers on most buy it now items and may counteroffer. Please do not lowball me, it is a waist of your time and mine. Shipping I ship the same day or within 24 hours (1 business days includes Saturday) of cleared payment All items sold and shipped as shown.  I double box in most cases.  Any item under one pound will be shipped (unless you choose otherwise) USPS first class, items over one pound will ship USPS priority. Most International shipping is done first class international or Ebay international. Combined Shipping I will combine shipping on most items, please request a combined shipping invoice before paying. OOPS Should I miss a flaw, please understand it was not intentional.  As much as I would like to be perfect, at the end of the day I am human and do miss things from time to time If you are unhappy with your purchase, PLEASE email me before you leave feedback, I will do my best to make it right Be sure to check out photos carefully, ask any questions before you bid. Payment must be made within 4 days of the close of the listing or item will be relisted or offered to the next highest bidder. I ship worldwide. #N1684 Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Decorative Collectibles › Other Decorative Collectibles. Brand: Noritake.

Primary Material

Ceramic & Porcelain

Brand

Noritake

Country/Region of Origin

Japan

Color

Multi-Color

Original/Reproduction

Original

Style

Art Deco

Material

Porcelain

Features

Condiment Set

Country of Origin

Japan

Age

1921-1940