Mid‑Century Arita Porcelain Tea Set • Five Cups & Saucers • Original Kiribako Box
$139.00
A beautifully preserved five‑place Japanese Arita porcelain tea set, complete with its original hand‑calligraphed paulownia‑wood kiribako (presentation box).
This mid‑century Showa‑era set features hand‑painted overglaze enamels in a serene palette of celadon‑green, cobalt blue, and soft white florals, accented with a delicate gold rim. Each saucer is octagonal — a premium geometric form associated with higher‑end Arita workshop production.
The underside marks are classic mid‑century Arita: blue underglaze characters paired with a faint impressed seal, indicating small‑batch kiln work rather than mass‑market export ware. Sets like this were traditionally given as wedding or housewarming gifts in Japan, and the five‑place format is the standard for formal tea service.
The original kiribako adds both charm and provenance. Paulownia wood protects porcelain from humidity and temperature changes, and the calligraphy and red seals on the lid identify the workshop and gift‑grade quality of the set. A refined, display‑worthy set for collectors of Japanese ceramics, lovers of mid‑century design, or anyone who appreciates the quiet elegance of Arita porcelain. Please feel free to message with any questions. Thank you for visiting Redux Vintage Boutique.
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