Dragonware Lithophane Tea Cup Set ✤ Cup + Saucer ✤ Black

Black dragon ware tea cup + saucer set Hand painted moriage dragon detail, bamboo style handle,22k gold accentsWhen held to light, a beautiful Geisha can be seen at thebottom 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 If you have any questions, feel free to send a message. 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.