A beautifully delicate antique Japanese Satsuma-style porcelain demitasse cup and saucer, hand-painted with exquisite detail in the classic Japanese decorative tradition. The saucer measures approximately 3.75 inches across, making this a true miniature demitasse set of exceptional refinement.
Both the cup and saucer are decorated with a stunning scene of two blue kingfisher birds in flight — rendered in vivid cobalt blue, black, and gold — soaring among autumn maple leaves in rich red and green, with a graceful gold branch sweeping across the white porcelain ground. A wide black and gold brocade band with intricate foliate scrollwork encircles the rim of both pieces, and a gold loop handle and gold rim band complete the elegant look. The saucer interior features the same kingfisher and maple scene, visible when the cup is lifted.
Japanese Satsuma-style porcelain demitasse cup and saucer set
Saucer approximately 3.75" across
Hand-painted blue kingfisher birds in flight
Autumn maple leaves in red and green with gold branch
Black and gold brocade scrollwork rim band
Gold loop handle and gold rim
White porcelain ground
Antique – age-appropriate wear consistent with age
Perfect for collectors of Japanese porcelain or Asian decorative arts
