Japanese Lithophane Geisha Tea Set for Six from Maruko, 1960s, Set of 21

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Elegant vintage Maruko Japanese porcelain tea set for six, dating to c.1950–1970 (Showa period).
This luxurious service is richly decorated … Read more Elegant vintage Maruko Japanese porcelain tea set for six, dating to c.1950–1970 (Showa period).
This luxurious service is richly decorated with peacocks and blooming peonies, framed by deep cobalt blue borders and fine gilded detailing. Inside each cup, a delicate lithophane geisha portrait appears when held to the light – a signature element highly prized by collectors.
The set includes 6 cups, 6 saucers, 6 dessert plates, a teapot, sugar bowl and creamer, all crafted from thin, translucent porcelain with superb decorative quality.
Origin: Japan, Maruko
Period: c.1950–1970
Material: Fine porcelain with hand-applied enamels and gilt details
Special feature: Lithophane geisha portraits inside the cups
Note: The original leather grip on the teapot handle is missing.
Dimensions (inches first, then centimeters):
6x Plates: diameter 6.69in / 17cm
6x Saucers: diameter 5.11in / 13cm
6x Cups: height 1.85in / 4.7cm, diameter 3.54in / 9cm
1x Teapot: height 5.51in / 14cm, width 7.48in / 19cm
1x Sugar bowl: height 3.54in / 9cm, width 5.51in / 14cm
1x Creamer: height 2.75in / 7cm, width 3.93in / 10cm
Condition: Excellent vintage condition – no cracks, no chips, brilliant gold, clean surfaces, lithophane portraits are clear and well-defined. Only minor note: the leather grip on the teapot handle is missing. See less