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Add a delightfully charming touch of vintage history to your kitchen or tea tray with this rare, complete 8-piece Marutomoware Beehive Ceramic Set. Produced in Japan during the 1920s to 1930s, this collection is crafted in the iconic "majolica style," featuring a beautiful textured honeycomb surface, hand-painted floral accent bouquets, and high-relief sculpted bumblebees acting as handles on the lids. * 1x Large Lidded Butter / Cheese Dish on Base Tray * 1x Large Beverage Pitcher / Jug * 1x Dual-Handled Lidded Sugar Bowl * 1x Honey / Jam Jar * 1x Small Creamer Pitcher * 1x Condiment / Mustard Pot with Lid * 2x Salt & Pepper Shakers Excellent vintage condition given its age. No major chips or deep cracks on any of the delicate raised bees or floral details. Like most authentic Japanese earthenware from this era, normal glaze crazing (fine web-like lines) is naturally present, which adds beautiful character to these antique pieces.