This exquisite Noritake/Morimura moriage vase showcases the high artistry of Noritake porcelain from the late 19th-century, with hand-painted scenes and raised gilt decoration that exemplify Japan’s Golden Age of export ceramics.
The Nippon mark, used from 1891 to 1921, identified fine Japanese porcelain crafted for Western markets. Collectors prize these pieces for their artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural legacy—symbols of a flourishing era in decorative porcelain.
In 1876, the Morimura brothers established a trading company in New York to sell Japanese goods like ceramics, laying the groundwork for Noritake’s export business. In 1904, they founded Nippon Toki Kaisha in Japan, which later became Noritake, a company focused on producing and exporting Western-style dinnerware.




















































