EXCEPTIONAL ANTIQUE JAPANESE SATSUMA PORCELAIN 7-PIECE SWEETMEAT / RELISH / APPETIZER SERVING SET WITH BUTTERFLY DECORATION, EXTENSIVE GOLD GILT DETAILING & ORIGINAL BLACK LACQUER TRAY. Offered here is an exceptionally beautiful antique Japanese Satsuma porcelain sweetmeat serving set, complete with six shaped outer dishes, one scalloped center bowl, and the original black lacquer presentation tray. This is a complete 7-piece porcelain serving set housed in its fitted lacquer undertray, measuring approximately 13 inches in diameter and approximately 2 inches high. This is a particularly fine and high-quality example, far superior to the more commonly encountered Japanese serving sets of this type. Each porcelain section is beautifully formed and richly decorated with an intricate butterfly and floral motif, including delicate multicolored butterflies, gilt floral clusters, chrysanthemums, and richly ornamented borders with extensive gold gilt decoration. The scalloped edges and shaped forms give the set a refined and elegant presentation, while the original black lacquer tray provides a dramatic contrast and completes the display beautifully. The decoration is exceptionally attractive and visually luxurious, with the classic appeal collectors look for in antique Japanese Satsuma porcelain. The multicolor enamel work and heavy gilt accents give this set outstanding cabinet presence and make it equally desirable as both a serving piece and a decorative display object. All six outer dishes are marked “JAPAN” to the underside. The set is complete and matched, with the center bowl and all six surrounding dishes fitting beautifully within the original lacquer tray. This is the type of antique Japanese serving piece that is increasingly difficult to find in such a well-preserved and complete state. Many examples on the market are missing sections, show damage to the porcelain, or have lost their original tray. This example survives as a highly desirable complete antique Satsuma set with superb visual presentation. The porcelain is in mint condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines, or repairs observed to any of the seven porcelain pieces. The decoration remains bright and vivid, with strong gold gilt and an excellent glossy finish. The only condition issues are to the original black lacquer undertray, which shows minor age-related wear and small chip. These are modest signs of age and do not detract from the overall beauty or display quality of the set. 6 shaped outer porcelain serving dishes. 1 scalloped center porcelain bowl. 1 original black lacquer undertray / presentation tray. Overall diameter: 13 inches. Overall height: approximately 2 inches. This antique Japanese Satsuma set would make a wonderful addition to a collection of. Hors d’oeuvres sets. Candy / nut / confection serving ware. An elegant, complete, and beautifully preserved antique Japanese Satsuma porcelain serving set with exceptional quality, superb condition, and excellent collector appeal. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description. Brand: Unbranded / Unknown. Type: Sweetmeat Set / Relish Tray / Appetizer Serving Set. Style: Japanese / Satsuma. Pattern: Butterfly & Floral. Color: White, Multicolor, Gold, Black. Set Includes: 6 Outer Dishes, 1 Center Bowl, Lacquer Tray. Number of Porcelain Pieces: 7. Shape: Round / Sectional / Scalloped. Features: Hand Painted, Gilded, Scalloped, Sectional, Complete Set, Original Tray. Theme: Butterflies / Flowers / Japanese Decorative Arts. Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan.