Soup Bowls, Narumi, Basonge, Bone China, Set of 2, Vintage RARE

• Pattern:  Basonge
• Made in Japan by Narumi - (Distributed by Mikasa)
• Vintage: 1974 - 1978
• Details:  Very modern - retro looking bowl in the Basonge Pattern that shows black circles intertwined with gray loops.  This pattern was manufactured starting in 1974 and discontinued in 1978, because of the short run, there is very limited stock and it's highly valuable.  This is a rare find, these soup bowls were made by Narumi, never used, still in its original packaging.  Can also be used as tabletop decor, it is large enough, (and pretty enough), to be used as a catch-all by the front door, in the vanity to corral small items, many uses.  See notes below on the quality and craftsmanship of Narumi
• Material:  Bone China 
• Dimensions:  6.5 inches in Diameter
• Condition:  Vintage - New Old Stock.  Excellent Condition.  These bowls have never been used. They are in their original packaging.  There are no chips, cracks, scratches, crazing or any other defects on either bowl.  Please review all pictures and make sure you love this item before purchasing, we can't accept returns.  Please remember these are ANTIQUE and VINTAGE items, they are NOT new, every effort has been made to show any scratches, wear and tear and imperfections.

Narumi is the 1st Japan manufacturer that succeeded in mass-producing and exporting Bone China dinnerware to U.S.A..  They are the 2nd largest manufacturer/supplier of tableware in Japan.  The 3rd oldest manufacturer of western style tableware in Japan. (since 1911).  Some of the unique aspects of Narumi fine china are:

• They employ high-density crystallized bodies that withstand considerable shock and heavy usage. This feature demonstrates the suitability for the hotel and restaurant industry.
• Its unsurpassed luster and whiteness as well as superior translucency that showing silhouettes behind through the bodies when back lit.