Black dragon ware tea cup + saucer set Hand painted moriage dragon detail, bamboo style handle, 22k gold accents
When held to light, a beautiful Geisha can be seen at the bottom of the cup (see photos)
✤ 1900’s ✤ Made in Japan ✤ Brand: Nippon ✤ Pattern: Dragonware ✤ Measures-
Teacup: 2 1/8" tall X 4 3/4" wide X 3 3/4" diameter
Saucer: 3/4" tall X 5 1/2" diameter
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Dragonware was produced in Japan from the late 1800's until 1947.
Moriage is the slip clay; layed onto the surface of the pottery, then glazed over to leave a relief that can be felt and seen. Placed onto the pottery by hand before it was fired in the kiln.
