East Asian Tea Sets

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING FIFTEEN-PIECE CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL TEA SET, LATE MEIJI PERIOD, C.1910 From our Japanese collection, we are pleased to offer this exceptional fifteen-piece Cloisonné Enamel Tea Set dating to the late Meiji period, circa 1910. Executed in the Chinese style and richly detailed throughout, the set comprises six teacups with matching saucers, a lidded teapot, a lidded sugar pot, and a milk jug. Each piece has been masterfully inlaid with fine cloisonné wirework in a range of gauges, forming a profusion of roundels, fan motifs, and cloud shapes containing miniature landscape scenes, symbolic flora, and stylised fauna. Decorative themes include irises, cherry blossoms, maple leaves, mythical dragons, and auspicious bats, all set against a rich ground of gold spiral enamel and bordered with ‘fish scale’ cloisonné...

Circa 1891-1911 Chinese export Rose Medallion porcelain tea service. Service for 6: cups & saucers, teapot, covered sugar & cream jug; each piece marked "China". C-scroll bamboo hand...

Beautiful hand painted and gold porcelain tea or coffee set Satsuma Japanese 15 pieces, 1880s. The service is complete to serve six people at the table includes: 1 teapot, 1 sugar bo...

This is for 15pcs Marked on base. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Japanese Style: Satsuma Region of Origin: Japan Period: 19th century Meiji Periode (1867-1912...

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Exquisite set of six contemporary Japanese Ko-Imari (old Imari) porcelain short stem cups in stunning flower motifs, in vivid red, blue and green colors and gold color details that a...

This kettle was made in 1930s, Showa era. And the design is with Calabashes. The iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan. It can be pu...

From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...

Kangxi period, Red Famille Verte. Stunning scene Rare set! Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots Tea Bowls & Cups R...

Chinese export porcelain service spectacularly decorated with a smart coral scale ground with panels of puce flowers. The service com...

From its very first year in 1964, Seletti in Cicognara, Mantova, has followed its principle of professionality service and constant research to strive for betterness innovation and o...

20th century/Shōwa era japanese glazed porcelain teapot of black cat with mouse Lid By: unknown Material: porcelain, paint, wood, ceramic Technique: pressed, molded, carved, painted...

Tea drinking has been an integral part of Chinese culture for centuries, resulting in a wide range of social customs and material traditions. In addition to tea leaves, water, and heat, the art of drinking tea (chayi) calls for a variety of teaware and utensils - both practical and decorative. This rounded teapot...

Charming 24k gold Hand Painted Japanese Tea Set, Japanese Garden Landscape and Geisha Girls. 1940s. Japanese Eggshell Porcelain Tea Set ...

Exceptional set of 4 saucers and 4 bowls by Lillian Venon. Each bowl displays a plant shape, one in pink, purple, blue and yellow. Bowls measure 4.5”D, 2...

14-piece Kutani Japanese gilt and painted tea and dessert serving set with Peacock. Hand painted gilt and painted Peacock tea and serving set. Features floral and peacock design. Lidded tea and coffee pots, lidded creamer, sugar bowl, and five snack sets...

Vintage sumatsu serving set hand painted with maple leaves and birds / Made in Japan circa 1960s 1 tea pot, width 7 inches, height 4 inches, depth 6 inches 4 plates, diameter 6.75 in...

A richly decorated Japanese tea set executed in the traditional Satsuma style, featuring finely detailed hand-painted figural decoration and extensive gilt ornamentation. The set con...

FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING This Chinese silver and enamel teapot is a mid-20th century piece from the final years of the Republic period, dating to around 1945. Combining traditional m...

A very nicely decorated teapot in Fencai palette. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: China Period: 18th century Emperor: Qianlong (1735-1796), Y...

Beautiful early-Showa Kutani porcelain tea set for six, dating to c.1940–1960. Each cup features a delicate lithophane geisha portrait visible when held to the light – a highly collectible and sought-after detail in Japanese export porcelain. The exterior is richly hand painted with colorful birds, blooming flowers and a classic red geometric border enhanced with gold. A complete tea service including 6 cups, 6 saucers, a teapot, sugar bowl and creamer, all decorated in matching Kutani style. The porcelain is thin and resonant, and the enamel work is bright and clean. Origin: Japan Period: c.1940–1960 (early Showa) Mark: Kutani China...

Look at this magnificent Vintage Chinese Jade tea set. It was hand made and hand carved with beautiful Chinese traditional carving works on it. It has 6 cups together with on teapot ...

Very nice edo period examples, 18th century A Japanese pair of Imari tea bowls / chocolate cups. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Tea/Coffee Drinking: Bowls, Cups & Teapots...

Decorative 19th century Japanese Satsuma porcelain group from the Meiji period, richly hand-painted with figural scenes, gilt decoration, and traditional ornamental borders. The set ...

Vintage ceramic or porcelain small teapot is sculpted in shape of a bird or a phoenix, with large head, long wings, rounded tail, and ornate handle on the back. The teapot features traditional blue on white Chinoiserie decor of abstract graphic motifs; the tail, tips of the wings, beak, plumage, and handle are accentuated with solid blue. The teapot is fitted with small round lid; the open beak serves as a pourer. The teapot is signed on the bottom by the artist or studio; due to the convenient size it can be used either as a milk or syrup pitcher, or as a teapot for one or two people. It is in very good vintage condition, and can be used either as serving piece in tablescape or as interior decor. The playful, unusual teapot...

Beautiful and rare Japanese Satsuma porcelain tea set for twelve, dating to the early 20th century (c.1920–1940). Each piece is finely hand painted with elegant geisha figures beneat...

Single Espresso Cup and Saucer Designed by Lagardo Tackett for Schmid beautiful color excellent condition in porcelain finish.

Treat yourself and your guests to a cup of tea in the the traditional Chinese way, a teacup with a lid so your tea will not get cold. The 4 antique Chiense-export blue and white porcelain tea cups...

An antique Japanese porcelain teapot. Early Meiji The body and lid are garnished with thin wire cloisonne decor, flowers and butterfl...

Gorgeous vintage Oriental Chinese red & gold hand painted porcelain tea set marked “Made in Japan.” Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will ha...

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Chinese sterling silver four piece tea and coffee set with matching tea tray - boxed; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This exceptional vintage Chinese sterling silver tea and coffee service consists of a coffee pot, teapot, cream jug and covered sugar bowl, in addition to a matching tea tray. Each piece of this silver tea service has an oval rounded form with a plain spreading foot. The surface of each piece, including the tea tray is embellished with impressive finely engraved bamboo stalk and foliage decoration, all on a matte background. The teapot and coffee pot are fitted with domed hinged covers ornamented with a continuation of bamboo decoration and surmounted with the original circular rounded finials with satin wood resistors. Each piece of this impressive vintage Chinese silver service is fitted with plain angular C shaped silver handles, with plain tapering thumbpieces to the upper plateau. The coffee pot and cream jug are both fitted with a truncated spout and the teapot bears a plain swan necked spout. The Chinese silver sugar bowl is fitted with an impressive push fit cover, replicating the details of that to the teapot and coffee pot. This exceptional four-piece service sits to the original and matching tea tray. The tray has an oval form with oval inset handles to either end. Each handpiece and the rim of the tray is encompassed with an applied bamboo style border. This exceptional tea service benefits from the original hinged leatherette presentation case, with a satin and velvet lined interior, securing with two hinged latches. Such boxed services with matching trays are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. Condition The pieces of this vintage set are a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The service has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The interior of each piece has been professionally cleaned and is ready for use. The original box has some signs of wear, but can be considered to be in presentation condition. The hallmarks struck to the underside of each piece are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this exceptional vintage Chinese silver tea set with tray...

Vintage Koshida tray and teacup set with hand painted maple leaves / Made in Japan circa 1960s Tea cups feature raised embossed lithophane image of Geisha on inside bottoms 2 trays, ...

Japanese Postmodern Stainless Steel Kettle, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989 Additional information: Materials: Metal, Pla...

A mid century pottery tea set, made in Japan. Wonderful chicken design to each piece with orange-brown and green glazes. The set includes a teapot, creamer pitcher, and lidded sugar ...

Chinese porcelain. Tea set with mug, tea strainer and six bottle-/glass coasters. Ca. 1980/90s. Cylindrical mug with handle and lid, decorated in red and multicoloured famille rose ...

Rare and beautiful limited edition Memphis style post-modern porcelain teapot and and six cups by Juraj Mihalik for Art4 Ceramics of Slovakia, circa 1980s. The set in very good cond...

This is an antique Geisha tea set. A Japanese, handpainted ceramic teapot and cups service for four, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Hos...

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage 1940s Japanese sterling silver four piece tea service and tray; an addition to our silver teaware co...

Elegant vintage Maruko Japanese porcelain tea set for six, dating to c.1950-1970 (Showa period). This luxurious service is richly decorated ...

A Japanese mid-century coffee pot in mustard yellow, made by Aurora Ironstone. Sleek lines throughout, with a straight spout and squared handle. The body of the pot is decorated with...

Fantastic set of 7 pcs of 19th century Flow Blue. 5 handleless tea cups and 2 saucers with blue decorations banding the pieces. Marked Ironstone a...

This antique handcrafted sterling silver tea set was made in China in circa 1880 in the period Chinese export style. The set is composed of a teapot, creamer and lidded sugar bowl an...

This charming antique porcelain tea set, crafted in China at the dawn of the 20th century. Hand-painted with exquisite detail and accented ...

Antique 19th Century Japanese cast iron Ryubundoa carved tetsubin kettle. The cylindrical iron body is decorated in low relief with a continuous design of bundled rice sheaves, among...

This stunning and complete seven-piece Chinese export silver tea and coffee service was crafted by Yu Chang of Shanghai and Hong Kong, a firm re...

This is a matcha bowl which we use for tea ceremony. It was made around Showa era 1970s. The materials are porcelain. Dimensions: H 8.2 x 12.5 x 12.5 cm

A fine antique Satsuma ware porcelain teacup or chawan. By Shuzan. With a cream ground and an entirely gilt exterior covered with extensive floral decoration of various flowers in ...

Delicate and trademark Kangxi revival Japanese Tea Set from the 19th century. Marked Zoshuntei Sanpo Sei and with a high quality landscape scene. Add...

Silver Chinese Export tea and coffee service, by Tuck Chang & Co., Shanghai Chinese, Late 19th century Measures: Milk jug: height 8cm, width 14cm, depth 10cm Coffee pot: height 25...

This is a vintage set of hand-painted Satsuma Soko China, made in Japan. The intricate design showcases the Japanese culture with colorful patterns and images. The country/region of ...

A finely detailed Meiji-period Satsuma earthenware sake pitcher attributed to Gyokushu, featuring exquisite polychrome and gilt decoration. The cylindrical body is densely painted wi...

A very nice and rare set of blue and white teabowls, Marked. Japanese in Chinese style. Top Quality. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Region of Origin: Japan Pe...

Delicate and trademark Kangxi revival Japanese Tea Set from the 19th century. Marked Zoshuntei Sanpo Sei/ Yu mark and with a high quality floral scene...

Chinese Export Blue & White Ceramic Coffee / Tea service With Tea pot, Creamer & sugar Bowl Tea pot with lid & tray Height 6.75” Depth 6” Width 11” Creamer Height 4.5” Dept...

A finely crafted Japanese porcelain tea set for five, decorated with delicate hand-painted scenes in traditional style. Each piece features ...

Decorated with stylized chrysanthemum blossoms, symbols of longevity and rejuvenation, this Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies. Known as tetsubin, ...

Sharing this unusual Dutch Decorated pair of Chinese Yongzheng Eggshel Porcelain cup and saucer. Top Quality. References of similar pieces can be found in: European Decoration on Or...

This elegant Chinese porcelain teapot features a classic rounded form, beautifully hand-painted in rich cobalt blue with a serene lotus pond scene. Cranes and lush lotus leaves dance...

Extraordinary Japanese contemporary museum-quality Kutani three-piece tea service set, generously gilded with high purity gold and extremely intricately hand-painted in red and green...

Chinese porcelain. Two lidded tea cups with strainers, c. 1970s/80s. Cylindrical porcelain cups with handles, each with a lid and removable strainer. One decorated on a yellow grou...