{"product_id":"okura-art-china-gold-wing-cup-and-saucer","title":"Okura Art China \"Gold Wing\" Cup and Saucer– Set of 3","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eGold Wing\u003c\/i\u003e cup and saucer features a deep lapis‑blue band accented with gold‑etched motifs that resemble a pair of elegant wings. It is one of Okura Art China’s long‑standing signature designs, harmonizing the luminous purity of its white porcelain with the refined brilliance of gold decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eOne of its most distinctive characteristics is the soft blue “bleeding” that appears at the boundary where the white porcelain meets the lapis glaze. The blue seems to gently diffuse into the white surface, creating a layered depth of color. This natural gradation emerges during high‑temperature firing, when the glaze and porcelain subtly interact—an expressive nuance that cannot be replicated by mechanical processes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eThe cup’s gentle curves fit comfortably in the hand, while the saucer presents a beautifully balanced interplay of blue and gold. It is a piece that combines elegance with practicality, suitable for both daily use and for welcoming guests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eThe Gold Wing series has long been favored by hotels and traditional cafés in Japan, a testament to its durability and the consistent quality that defines Okura’s craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eThe interplay of white porcelain, lapis blue, gold accents, and the softly diffused blue at their boundary creates a sense of depth and quiet sophistication. It complements both Western and Japanese interiors and is highly appreciated as a distinguished gift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eOkura Art China：https:\/\/www.okuratouen.co.jp\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"kappabashi-shopping","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54000876650680,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/8774\/7768\/files\/DSCF0012_7712e2e6-9034-40e8-aad7-592efdfcd5dc.jpg?v=1787893862","url":"https:\/\/kappabashi-shopping.com\/ja\/products\/okura-art-china-gold-wing-cup-and-saucer","provider":"Okappabashi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}