Hand Painted Nippon Floral Teacup Base
Decorative ceramic art, teacup • Japanese manufacturer, Noritake or contemporary Noritake precursor studio, exported during the Nippon era
Style & Movement
Meiji export porcelain, Japanese transitional decorative arts
Medium & Technique
Porcelain with hand-painted overglaze enamels and gilding
Creation Period
Meiji period, circa 1891 to 1921
Dimensions & Format
Standard teacup base diameter approximately 3 to 4 inches, circular format
Subject Description
Floral motif featuring hand-painted botanical elements with traditional underglaze green maple leaf or similar export mark and red NIPPON stamp
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good, showing clear glaze, minor wear appropriate to age, legible red and green manufacturer marks
Estimated Market Value
25 USD to 75 USD
Auction Estimate
15 USD to 40 USD
Provenance History
Japanese export ware manufactured for the American and Western markets, likely passed through private domestic collections
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the Meiji-era export boom that satisfied Western appetite for decorated Japanese ceramics before the mandatory use of 'Japan' marks post-1921
Notable Features
Clear red 'Hand Painted NIPPON' stamp accompanied by a green clover or maple leaf motif characteristic of the Nippon export period
Condition Issues
Faint rubbing to gilt accents on the handle and rim, minimal surface dust
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild soap and warm water, store in a stable, low-humidity environment away from direct sunlight