Japanese Satsuma Style Tea Set with Dragon Teapot – Eggshell Porcelain & Moriage Decor – Showa Period

Characterful Japanese porcelain tea set from the Showa period, executed in a decorative Satsuma-inspired style with rich enamel colors and gold accents.

The set consists of a striking teapot with a sculptural dragon-head spout and dragon handle, three cups, and four saucers. The surface is decorated with traditional figures in kimono against a warm iron-brown background with landscape elements and subtle gold lines.

The decoration is executed with fine raised enamel and moriage-like dot details, giving parts of the decor a slight relief and the whole piece a vivid texture.

The cups are crafted from refined eggshell porcelain, a technique in which the porcelain is made exceptionally thin and slightly translucent. This type of porcelain was commonly used for Japanese tea sets from the first half of the 20th century.

The expressive dragon-head spout and gold-colored accents give the teapot a distinct character, making the set not only functional but also a striking decorative object.

A charming vintage tea set that looks beautiful both in use and in a display case or interior setting.

Specifications

Origin: Japan
Period: Showa (ca. 1930–1950)
Material: porcelain with enamel decor and gold accents
Technique: raised enamel / light moriage decoration
Cups: eggshell porcelain
Teapot height: approx. 19 cm

Set includes

• 1 teapot

• 3 cups

• 4 saucers

Condition: good vintage condition with minor wear to gold decor consistent with age.