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c. 1868-1875

Cup and Saucer

Fukagawa Eizaemon VIII

Japanese, 1832 - 1889

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During the Meiji period Japanese manufacturers began producing items such as this cup. The addition of a handle was an innovation intended to appeal to a new Western clientele.

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