Charming vintage miniature porcelain teapot made in Japan, featuring a soft powder-blue glazed body with a deep red/brown overhead handle and coordinating trim.
The front is decorated with a colorful oval medallion depicting a bird surrounded by flowers and foliage. The teapot retains its original removable lid with matching red/brown finial.
The underside is hand marked “JAPAN” in red.
Approximate measurements:
2½–2¾” tall including handle
Approx. 2½” wide
Weight: 1.6 oz
Vintage condition with expected signs of age and use, including areas of surface wear, discoloration and loss to portions of the painted decoration/glaze. Please review photos closely for condition.
A delightful little piece for a collection of Japanese porcelain, miniature teapots, dollhouse-size decorative wares, or vintage Asian ceramics.
Estimated date: circa 1930s–1950s.
