Marked at the bottom “Nippon Hand Painted “ with a maple leaf used by Morimura Bros. from 1870 to 1910, this gorgeous pedestal style teapot was beautifully hand painted with red and yellow roses with vibrant colors on a lush green background, with gold gilding and beaded decoration.

This pattern is called Xmas ( Christmas) pattern among collectors.

Teapot measures about 5 1/4 inches in height with the base measuring about 2 7/8 inch diameter. Width from spout to end of handle is about 8 inches. The opening of the teapot is about 3 inches. Measurements are appropriate.

Very good condition. There is a tiny chip on the spout and one on the underside. See pictures 20 & 21. Enamels and gold in very good condition with slight gold loss on the handle and on the knob of the lid. Please refer to pictures 10 & 14. There is a hair line at the bottom above the mark. See photo #19.

Pictures are part of the description. Please remember that this is an antique, and is not perfect . There are inherent flaws. Please let me know if you have any questions.

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