Atq Nippon Morimura Porcelain Teapot, Hand Painted Art Nouveau Flowers Butterfly For Sale

This exquisite, antique Nippon Morimura porcelain teapot features hand-painted Art Nouveau flowers and delicate butterflies accented with gold trim. It was made in Japan by Morimura Bros., the direct successor of Morimura Gumi and a forerunner to Noritake. The green M mark stamped on the bottom was in use from 1911, and the Nippon period spans 1891-1921, dating this teapot from 1911-1921.The teapot measures 8 7/8\" L x 5 3/16\" W x 5 1/2\" H and holds 24 fl oz. Please note there is minor wear to the gold on the handle, a touched-up small chip on the teapot\'s rim, and a chip/subsequent crack on the lid\'s inner rim (see last photo). It will be packed securely and shipped to you promptly within one business day.