【Old Noritake Maruki Mark】Cup & Saucer Turquoise Blue Lakeside Scene Swans Gold Gilding Famous Pattern Returned to England This is an Old Noritake cup & saucer with an elegant turquoise blue border, beautifully harmonized with gold gilding and raised decoration. It is a work from the Maruki mark era, with a delicate hand-painted depiction of swans and trees on a lakeside scene against a pale gradient background. The gold gilding shines three-dimensionally, and it is a masterpiece that still exudes a gorgeous presence even after the passage of time. 【Size】 Cup: Height approx. 5cm / Diameter approx. 9.4cm Saucer: Diameter approx. 14cm 【Condition】 As an antique, it shows signs of aging, but there are no major damages such as cracks or chips, and it is in very good condition overall. There are a few areas of gold gilding wear on the cup, but no other issues, and it retains its beauty from the time it was made. As a manufacturing flaw, there are black spots throughout the inside of the cup. The serene lakeside scene and the elegant appearance of the swans, illuminated by soft light, create a beautiful piece. Just placing it will create a wonderful space, as if you were displaying a painting. The contrast between the pale colors and vibrant colors, and the luxurious gold gilding is superb, and the overall impression is calm, making it easy to coordinate. Recommended for collections and display. We recommend that you consider it as soon as possible! This is a very valuable item that you will rarely encounter if you miss this opportunity. It is said that Old Noritake does not have any cracks and shows no deterioration because the clay is exceptionally good. Although you can find hand-painted antiques like this in overseas products such as Germany, the clay is completely different. These delicate handmade items require both skill and effort, and you will not be able to obtain them even in a world overflowing with goods today. We are also listing other items from the same series. Please take a look at them as well. #en's antique