Old Noritake Antique Old Noritake M-NIPPON mark 1908-1921 Returned home Introducing an Old Noritake cup & saucer, produced for overseas export from the end of the Meiji era to the beginning of the Taisho era. The "M-NIPPON" mark on the backstamp was used for a limited time, and it is a testament to the proud era when Japanese ceramics began to be recognized worldwide as "art crafts"⁂ The soft, milky white porcelain has a floral band pattern drawn in cobalt blue. Roses and small flowers are lined up, and the design, carefully edged with gold, blends the elegance of the West with Japanese delicacy* It is gorgeous but not overly assertive, and its beauty makes you feel at peace just by looking at it( ᵕᴗᵕ * The shape is a combination of a classical cup with a slightly flared rim and a saucer that makes use of negative space. It is thin and has a good mouthfeel, and you can feel the high molding and firing techniques of the time. It feels light in your hand, and its appearance conveys a quiet elegance*°♡ Morning tea, a moment in the afternoon, an important time. A cup poured into this cup is not just a drink, but the "sense of beauty" that has been passed down through the ages. The pottery that crossed the sea has returned home⁂ Beautiful whether displayed or used. Please enjoy the special cup & saucer, unique to the Old Noritake, which is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunityˊᵕˋ ⚫︎Size Cup: Diameter approx. 9.3cm Height approx. 4.8cm Saucer: Diameter approx. 14cm Height approx. 2cm ⚫︎Although there are some minor scratches and kiln marks, It is in good condition, considering it is a 100-year-old antique⁂ ◉There are 4 of the same items →3 remaining*° ❉We are also exhibiting various other items If you purchase 2 or more items, discounts are available, so please comment* ꕤRibbon present in progress* Please use it for presents and wrapping