Antique Meiji Japanese Porcelain Teacup - Signed "Dai Nippon Iwata Zo"

Up for sale is an exquisite, paper-thin antique Japanese eggshell porcelain teacup dating to the historic Meiji Period (1868-1912). This museum-quality export piece features beautifully detailed, hand-painted underglaze cobalt blue panels depicting a serene landscape of Mount Fuji overlooking a lakeside village. The scenic cartouches are elegantly framed by an intricate, vibrant iron-red and heavy gold gilt scrollwork border.

The underside of the base is hand-signed with the authentic 6-character underglaze blue kanji mark: 大日本 岩田造 (Dai Nippon Iwata Zo), translating to "Great Japan, Made by Iwata."

Crafted from extraordinarily delicate, lightweight eggshell porcelain, this cup is a phenomenal, genuine piece of late 19th / early 20th-century Japanese ceramic history. Perfect for serious porcelain collectors or as a showcase cabinet display piece.

Details:

- Period: Meiji Era (1868-1912)

- Markings: Hand-signed cobalt blue 6-character artist mark on the base

- Motif: Mount Fuji Landscape with Red & Gold Gilt Borders

- Height: Approximately 3.4 inches

Condition:

Good antique condition given its age and incredible fragility. No chips, cracks, or repairs. The hand-painted colors remain beautifully crisp, with only very minimal, expected light wear to the fine gold highlights. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to confirm exact condition.

Shipping:

Extremely fragile, antique piece. Will be wrapped extensively in premium bubble wrap and double-boxed to guarantee absolutely safe delivery. Full insurance included. Fast shipping!