Condition: Used (Excellent vintage condition - see description for details) Production Technique: Pottery & Porcelain Backstamp: Printed (Blue Cotton-Boll Mark) Origin: Tashkent, Uzbekistan (USSR Era) Era: Late 1960s / Early 1970s Number of Items in Set: 7 (1 Teapot, 6 Bowls) Product Type: Tea Set / Piala Bowls
Description
Stunning Complete Vintage Soviet USSR Uzbek 7-Piece Ceramic Tea Set Origin: Tashkent Porcelain Factory (Late 1960s / Early 1970s)
Up for sale is a beautiful, authentic piece of Soviet-era design history: a complete 7-piece Uzbek tea set. This stunning set features the classic Central Asian style, beautifully hand-decorated with vibrant orange tones, striking gold accents, and the iconic cotton-boll motif celebrating Uzbekistan’s rich agricultural heritage. Unlike many fractional sets found online, this is a completely intact 7-piece collection, consisting of: 1x Traditional Teapot (with lid) 6x Traditional Handleless Piala (Tea Bowls)
Provenance & Authenticity: The base of the pieces features the authentic, historical blue cotton-boll maker's mark representing the renowned Tashkent Porcelain Factory, dating this set precisely to the late 1960s or early 1970s. It also retains its original factory quality-control stamps, proving its genuine Soviet-era provenance.
The Red Stamp – A Glimpse into Soviet Quality Control: One of the piala bowls features a distinct red factory stamp, a fascinating detail that highlights the strict, human-driven quality control processes of the Soviet porcelain industry. In USSR factories like Tashkent, pieces were individually graded by inspectors after firing. A red stamp typically indicated a "Grade 1" (Sort 1) item—the highest quality tier for export or premium domestic sale. Seeing this variance across the set offers a wonderful, tangible connection to the actual factory workers and inspectors who handled these pieces over 50 years ago, making this specific set a true conversation starter for collectors of Soviet industrial history.
Condition Report:
Excellent Vintage Condition: No cracks, structural chips, or major restorations. Note: As with all authentic porcelain from this era and factory, there may be very minor factory glaze imperfections or light wear to the gold gilt detailing, which only adds to its vintage character and authenticity. Perfect for collectors of Soviet/Eastern Bloc porcelain, enthusiasts of Central Asian culture, or as a striking, functional display piece for your home.
UK Stock – Fast Shipping & No Hidden Import Fees Avoid the high costs and risks of ordering fragile vintage porcelain from overseas! No Hidden Fees: Because this set is already physically located in the UK, local buyers won’t be hit with unexpected import VAT, customs duties, or carrier handling fees at checkout or delivery.
Safe, Affordable Delivery: No hefty international shipping rates. The set will be posted quickly from within the UK using a tracked domestic service, meaning fewer miles in transit and far less risk of damage to these delicate pieces.
Postage & Packaging: This set will be packed with absolute care using professional-grade bubble wrap and a sturdy box to ensure it arrives with you safely. Sent via tracked and insured delivery.