A Five-Piece Samurai Shokai Silver Irises Tea Service, Yokohama, Japan, early 20th century. Marks: SAMURAI SHO... (Total: 5 )

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A Five-Piece Samurai Shokai Silver Irises Tea Service, Yokohama, Japan, early 20th century
Marks: SAMURAI SHOKAI, YOKOHAMA, STERLING
8-7/8 x 7 x 6-1/4 inches (22.5 x 17.8 x 15.9 cm) (largest, hot water kettle)
1812 grams

The service comprising a hot water kettle, tea pot, covered tea caddy, covered sugar bowl and creamer, each in high relief repoussé with iris blossom finials to handles and covers.





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