Meiji Period Gilt Hand-Painted Teacup with Swan Design - Rare Antique Description: An antique teacup made in the Meiji era, featuring beautiful gold gilt decoration and a hand-painted landscape. The swans and lakeside scenery, painted one by one with a brush, possess a delicacy and tranquility not found today, evoking a story just by looking at them. The deep lapis lazuli rim with overlaid gold gilt is a luxurious design that speaks to the advanced techniques of the time. Made of thin, lightweight porcelain (extremely thin porcelain), it retains the characteristics of early Meiji Western tableware. Size: 9 x 6 cm After purchasing it from an antique shop, I have displayed and carefully stored it. While there are no major scratches or chips, there are some minor scuffs due to aging, as it is over 100 years old. Recommended for those who appreciate the unique character and atmosphere of antiques. Due to the rare techniques and design that are difficult to reproduce today, this is a valuable piece for collectors. ────────────────── Hashtags: #MeijiPeriod #AntiqueTeacup #GoldGilt #HandPaintedPottery #SwanMotif #VintageCup #Antique #RareItem #JapanAntique #LivingWithAntiqueItems