Antique Kutani Kaga Japanese Tea Set Taisho Era Hand Painted 1000 Faces Gold

Exquisite antique Japanese Kutani tea set, comprising five hand-painted teacups and a cooling water pot. Dating to the late Taisho to early Showa period (c. 1920s–1930s), each piece features the classic "1000 Faces" (Senmen) motif — an intricate crowd of red-robed figures, beautifully rendered with fine detailing and highlighted in gold. The interior crackle glaze is consistent with period Kutani ware. The cooling pot is elegantly formed with a curved spout for functional use or display. All pieces bear the Kaga Made (Kaga Sei 加賀製) mark in red within a square, confirming origin from the historic Kaga region. A highly collectible and visually captivating ensemble, ideal for collectors of Japanese porcelain or Kutani ware.

Details:

• Origin: Kutani, Kaga region, Japan
• Period: Late Taisho – early Showa (c. 1920s–1930s)
• Material: Porcelain with hand-painted enamel and gilt decoration
• Motif: 1000 Faces (Senmen), gold and red detail
• Mark: 九谷 加賀製 (Kutani Kaga Sei) red square seal mark
• Dimensions (approx.):
  • Cups: 5 cm diameter
  • Cooling water pot: 7.5 cm diameter
• Condition: Very good antique condition. No chips, cracks or repairs. Some minor wear to gilt consistent with age.

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