Antique c1891 NIPPON Ewer Pitcher ROSES & GOLD ENAMEL BEADS Maple Leaf Mark

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Antique c1891 NIPPON Ewer Pitcher ROSES & GOLD ENAMEL BEADS Maple Leaf Mark
Antique c1891 NIPPON Ewer Pitcher ROSES & GOLD ENAMEL BEADS Maple Leaf Mark
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Description
This Nippon porcelain ewer or pitcher was an estate find. It has the blue "Maple Leaf" back stamp on the bottom, dating it to around 1891.
It stands 5-1/4" in height to the tallest point, and measures 6" across the widest part.
The ewer has hand painted dark pink roses on a white background that has pearly-white raised enamel beads, surrounded by the main area that has overall tiny gold beads, as well as rosebuds with trailing green stems and leaves. There are three horizontal bands in a very dark green (almost black), enhanced with gold enamel scrolling and geometric lines. The shape of the handle is very "Art Nouveau".
There are no chips, cracks or crazing. Colors are excellent, however there is wear to the gold on the handle, and on the top and bottom rims. The beading looks to be in very good condition.
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The ewer will be well packed. Insurance is included in the shipping fee.
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I pack carefully with bubble wrap and plenty of padding.
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Ask questions if you are unsure. If you are really unhappy with your item, I will refund the purchase price upon safe return of the
same item I sent to you
, within 30 days (that INCLUDES transit time).
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