76. SILVER TEA SET JAPAN, MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912)

ID-ANTQ-13319
live_auctionAUCTION OF RUSSIAN AND EUROPEAN ART No. 13
Auction begins: 29 Nov 2025 12:00
Estimate: 1000-1500 EUR
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SILVER TEA SET JAPAN, MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912)

A rare and expressive Japanese silver tea service from the Meiji period, crafted in high-grade silver with exceptional detailing and sculptural finesse. The set comprises three pieces: a teapot with an arched movable handle and curved spout, a lidded sugar bowl with two ornate handles, and a cream jug. Each element is unified by a richly detailed design of blooming irises, executed in high-relief chasing.

The naturalistic decoration wraps around the body of each piece, giving them a fluid, dynamic aesthetic. The lids are topped with sculpted floral finials that echo the iris motif and enhance the visual unity of the composition. The intricate modeling of petals and stems amplifies the way light plays across the silver surface.

Particular attention is given to the handles and spouts, which are adorned with floral embellishments that seamlessly integrate into the overall form — a testament to the artisan’s skill. The interiors are highly polished, reflecting the refined standards of production.

Each base is clearly stamped with:
純銀 (jungin – “pure silver”) in a rectangular cartouche, confirming silver purity
有民 (Yūmin) – the signature of the maker, likely from a Tokyo or Yokohama-based workshop active in the late 19th century and known for bespoke export silverware.

This tea service is an outstanding example of Japanese decorative silver from the Meiji era — uniting technical mastery, symbolic richness, and aesthetic harmony.

Marks:純銀 (pure silver), 有民 (Yūmin)

Dimensions: Teapot: 10 × 10 cm;Sugar bowl: 10 × 10 cm;Cream jug: 10 × 10 cm

Weight:Total: 1,296 g

Condition:
Good condition with delicate signs of use. Silver is free of losses or wear, with crisp relief and clear marks. A well-preserved piece of Meiji-period Japanese decorative art.

Provenance:Private collection

Condition: Good, with traces of use
Material: Silver
Product sizes: Height - 32cm, Width - 36cm, Depth - 40cm
Location: Gallery "Antiqon", Brivibas street 52, Riga, Latvia
Warranty: Seller Warranty
Country: Japan
Period: 19th century
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