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Antique Nippon Nagoya Shofu Dragon Cup and Saucer Raised Gold
Approximate height of cup: 2 3/4\"Approximate diameter of cup: 2 5/8\"Approximate diameter of saucer: 5\"
Nippon Nagoya Shofu refers to hand-painted, high-quality Japanese porcelain produced in Nagoya by the Shofu family from 1891 to 1921, known for intricate designs, gilding, and raised decoration techniques, making it highly collectible today.
Historical BackgroundNippon porcelain, including pieces from the Nagoya Shofu line, was produced during the Nippon era (1891–1921), originally marked \"Nippon\" to comply with the U.S. McKinley Tariff Act, which required imported goods to be clearly labeled. In 1921, the marking rules changed, and items began to be stamped with \"Japan\" instead.Collectors Weekly
The Shofu family operated a porcelain factory in Nagoya, Japan, producing fine china specifically aimed at export markets
