Stunning lusterware 1940s Royal Sealy Japan orchid theme vintage teacup & saucer

(SHIPPING IS AVAILABLE WITHIN THE USA ONLY) Absolutely spectacular lusterware teacup and saucer by Royal Sealy Japan. Where to start? On a backdrop of mother-of-pearl, both cup and saucer are decorated with lavish pink orchids with extra gold roses and bronze foliage. The cup itself features three such bouquets on the outside, one on the inside with a mother-of-pearl backdrop too, and the saucer is decorated with three orchids as well. On top of that, gold was generously applied everywhere. The cup is footed, and the base of that foot is scalloped. The saucer's rim is scalloped as well, while its lip is embellished with delicate openwork. Last but not least, the Art Deco handle's design, with its bold triangular patterns and sharp angles. Made in Japan by Royal Sealy Japan, a company that was active from the 1940s to the 1960s. Here, the strikingly angular design of the handle, which is very reminiscent of Art Deco geometric patterns, makes me lean towards dating this cup from the 1940s. Very good vintage condition: clear crystalline ping when you hold it by the base and gently strike the rim of the cup (a sign that there is no crack). Two issues, though (hence the lower price): the gold is worn on the top angle of the handle, and there is a chip on the rim of the cup on the other side (both issues shown in the pictures). Otherwise gold is bright and intact. Please inspect the pictures closely (using the zoom feature) as they are part of the item’s description.