Vintage Japanese Lusterware Lotus Flower Bowl and Saucer Set

This two-piece porcelain set features a distinctive lotus flower motif, characteristic of mid-20th-century Japanese ceramics. The central bowl is designed with overlapping vertical petals that create a scalloped rim, while the matching saucer mimics the shape of a broad lotus leaf or flower base. The exterior is finished with a striking purple and lavender luster glaze that exhibits an iridescent, metallic sheen when reflecting light. This luster finish is a key identifier of post-war Japanese 'Occupied Japan' or mid-century export ware. The interior of the bowl and the highlights on the saucer appear to be finished in a contrasting gold or yellow tone, likely hand-painted. Based on the catalog description, this set originates from Japan and dates roughly between the 1940s and 1960s. The construction is delicate fine-paste porcelain. No significant cracks or chips are immediately visible in the low-resolution image, though typical wear for lusterware includes minor loss of the iridescent finish and slight rubbing on the gold-painted rims. The craftsmanship reflects the popular 'Fancy' style of Japanese export porcelain intended for the Western decorative market.