19th Century Japanese Hand-Painted Satsuma Ware Teacup and Saucer

Description

An unusual set of antique Japanese Satsuma ware teacup and saucer vividly painted a group of Arhats (Luohan, Buddhist disciples) … more An unusual set of antique Japanese Satsuma ware teacup and saucer vividly painted a group of Arhats (Luohan, Buddhist disciples) together with dragon motifs, rich gold and other enamels on off-white glaze, unpainted area covered with a fine network of crackle glaze, a handwritten Hangushin (Hengxin, 恒信) mark on each piece, the cup also bearing a Shimazu clan mark (a circle with a cross inside). Both pieces are in excellent condition with minor surface wear commensurate with age and use. Meiji period (1868-1912). Come with a uniquely designed wooden stand for display.
Private Brooklyn collection
Dish: 5 1/4 in. diameter
Cup: 3 1/2 in. wide, 4 1/2 in. wide (with handle), 2 in. tall less