Description
A genuine piece of antique history (c. 1911-1921) paired with a vintage companion.

The star of this set is the exquisite oval serving dish, which bears the coveted Green "M" in Wreath backstamp. This mark indicates it was produced by the Morimura Brothers (the founders of Noritake) during the "Nippon" era. Because it is stamped "Nippon" rather than "Japan," we can guarantee it was made prior to 1921, making it a true Antique.

The Set Includes:

1. The Antique Star: Nippon Oval Dish
Era: 1911–1921 (Nippon Era)
Maker: Morimura Bros (Early Noritake)
Design: A serene, hand-painted lake scene with a soft sunset sky, framed by elegant gold handles and rim.
Significance: Represents the "Golden Age" of Japanese export porcelain.

2. The Vintage Companion: Scenic Teapot
Era: Post-1921 (Marked "Made in Japan")
Design: A charming, smaller teapot featuring a vibrant bird-on-branch motif against a matching warm sunset glaze. It coordinates beautifully with the older dish.

A Note on History: You can date this set by the backstamps! The oval dish is marked "Nippon," which is the Japanese word for Japan. In 1921, US Customs laws changed to require all imported goods to be marked in English ("Japan"). Therefore, any porcelain stamped "Nippon" was historically verified to be made before 1921, making that piece a true antique over 100 years old. The teapot, marked "Made in Japan," represents the era immediately following this ruling.