NWT Vtg Pier 1 Arita Ware Sometsuke Porcelain Teacup Japanese Blue Orchid Iris

NWT Excellent Condition See Pics For Details Bundle Up For Huge Savings Make Offers Please 💘 I Haven't Turned Down An Offer Yet 😀 BX135RW Wt: 4 Oz Japanese tea ceremony sencha tea cup. This cup is part of a Pier 1 Imports blue and white dinnerware collection, potentially with a specific pattern name like "Blue Orchid," Arita ware Sometsuke: Blue and white designs with lily pattern tea cup. History: First produced in the 17th century, it became a major export, inspiring European imitations (like "Japan" patterns) and playing a key role in Japanese industrial development. Origin: Arita, Japan, the birthplace of Japanese porcelain. Material: True porcelain, fired at high temperatures (around 1300°C). Usage: Valued for high-quality tableware, tea sets, art crafts, and historical industrial use. The meticulous attention to detail, the use of high-quality materials, and the commitment to timeless design aesthetics continue to define Arita-ware. Today, Arita-ware enjoys renewed global recognition, prized by collectors and aesthetes worldwide. 7.5cm (diameter) x 5cm (height) 2.95 inches (diameter) x 1.97 inches (height).