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This is a beautiful, authentic Otagiri Mercantile Company (OMC) tea service in the highly sought-after Bittersweet pattern. It features hand-painted …
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This is a beautiful, authentic Otagiri Mercantile Company (OMC) tea service in the highly sought-after Bittersweet pattern. It features hand-painted orange floral motifs on a rustic, speckled stoneware body.
• Brand: Otagiri
• Material: Stoneware
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
• Occasion: All Occasions
• Number of Items in Set: 8 (Teapot, Lid, 6 Cups)
Key Features:
• Complete 8-Piece Set: Includes the teapot, original lid with rattan handle, and six matching tea cups.
• Built-in Strainer: The teapot features a built-in ceramic honeycomb strainer at the base of the spout—perfect for loose-leaf tea.
• Authentic: Retains the original silver "OMC Japan" foil sticker on the base.
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs. The interior is very clean, and the rattan handle is tight and secure.
Measurements:
• Teapot: 4.5” tall (to lid) x 7.5” wide (spout to edge).
• Cups: Standard Otagiri tea cup size.
Condition:
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- Dimensions
- 7.5ʺW × 7.5ʺD × 4.5ʺH
- Styles
- Mid-Century Modern
- Brand
- Otagiri Company
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Stoneware
- Wicker
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Off-white
- Condition Notes
- • Original Labels: Rare find! Both the teapot and cups still retain their original "Hand Crafted - Otagiri Original - … more• Original Labels: Rare find! Both the teapot and cups still retain their original "Hand Crafted - Otagiri Original - Japan" foil stickers. • Lid Condition: The teapot lid has a few small chips along the inner/outer rim (common with use). These do not affect the fit or function of the lid. • Body & Glaze: No cracks or large chips on the main body of the teapot or the cups. • Crazing & Patina: Features authentic age-related crazing (fine surface lines) and some light tan/brown "tea staining" spots, primarily near the handle and base. • Overall: A beautiful "shabby chic" display set with all the character and hallmarks of 1970s Japanese stoneware. less
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