Vintage Hand Painted Japanese Porcelain Cup Green and Gold - 20th C

Small porcelain footed cup, finely decorated with polychrome floral motifs and 24k gold highlights. The piece stands out for its delicate pale green glaze and detailed handcrafted execution.

Object History: This type of export porcelain was very popular in the early 20th century, combining traditional forms with decorations intended for the Western market. The overglaze painting technique and the use of gold highlight the quality of Oriental manufacture of the era.

Technical Details:
- Period: 1920s (Taisho / early Showa period)
- Technique: Molded porcelain, hand painting, and gilding
- Dimensions: Height 7.8 cm (3.07 inches)
- Weight: 71 g (2.5 oz)
- Material: Fine porcelain
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Optimal pigment preservation and slight natural wear on the gold rim, consistent with its age.

Collectible Value: A refined piece for collectors of Oriental porcelain or to complement decorative arts cabinets from the interwar period.