Bidspirit auction | FOUR MEIJI JAPANESE KUTANI CUPS

FOUR MEIJI JAPANESE KUTANI CUPS WITH DUTCH TRADERS - A set of four Japanese Kutani porcelain six-sided cups, Meiji period, each decorated in iron-red, blue, and gilt with standing Dutch trader figures reserved within shaped panels, the sides with geometric diaper patterning, the underside with underglaze-blue square spiral marks. Each measures 2.5H x 2.5 x 2.5 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Each measures 2.5H x 2.5 x 2.5 inches. Condition Very good condition. There are no chips, cracks, repairs, scratches or areas of heavy wear. Provenance Provenance: The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques, Tokyo (est. 1978). A world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture, Kurofune was a landmark destination featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.