Vintage Giftcraft GC Lily of the Valley Tripod Teacup Saucer Japan Three Legged Gold Fine China

🌿 Vintage Giftcraft GC Lily of the Valley Tripod Teacup & Saucer – Fine China Japan – Three Footed Gold Trim

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A wonderfully romantic vintage tripod teacup and saucer featuring delicate Lily of the Valley blossoms, rich gold detailing, and an unusual sculptural three-footed form.

The teacup is elevated on three individual gilded feet, giving it an elegant raised silhouette rarely seen on traditional teacups. Its softly scalloped rim is finished with broad brushed gold decoration, while the ornate pierced handle is beautifully accented in gold.

Clusters of white Lily of the Valley bells surrounded by graceful green foliage decorate both the cup and matching saucer. The botanical design continues inside the cup, making the set especially beautiful when displayed from above.

The combination of the tripod form, elaborate handle, scalloped edges, Lily of the Valley motif, and generous gilding gives this set a distinctive mid-century romantic character and makes it a lovely addition to a vintage teacup collection.

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🌸 Details

• Maker / Importer: Giftcraft (GC)
• Backstamp: GC / Fine China / Japan / SD180
• Made in: Japan 🇯🇵
• Material: Fine China
• Pattern / Motif: Lily of the Valley
• Pattern / Decoration Number: SD180
• Cup Style: Tripod / three-footed teacup
• Feet: Three individual gilded feet
• Handle: Ornate pierced handle with gold detailing
• Rim: Scalloped with broad gilt decoration
• Colors: White, green & gold
• Set Includes: 1 tripod teacup + 1 matching saucer
• Era: Mid-20th century, likely 1950s–1960s

Giftcraft was a Canadian importer associated with decorative wares produced in Japan during the mid-20th century. The GC backstamp identifies this set with Giftcraft, while “Japan” indicates the country of manufacture.

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✨ Condition

Good vintage condition with visible age-related wear to the gold decoration, particularly around the cup rim, handle, feet, and saucer rim. The irregularity and loss to the gilding are consistent with previous use and the age of the set.

Please carefully review all photographs, as they form an important part of the condition description and show the existing wear in detail.

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🌿 Styling

This beautiful tripod cup is particularly suited to display. Style it in a vintage china cabinet, on a tea cart, vanity, open shelving, or alongside other botanical and floral teacups.

Its soft green and white palette works beautifully with Grandmillennial, cottagecore, English country, romantic vintage, botanical, and traditional interiors, while the rich gold accents give it just enough glamour to stand beautifully on its own.

The Lily of the Valley motif also makes it a lovely choice for spring décor, Mother’s Day, May birthdays, bridal displays, or a thoughtful gift for a Lily of the Valley collector.

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📦 Shipping

Your teacup and saucer will be carefully wrapped and securely packaged for shipping, with particular attention given to protecting the delicate tripod feet, handle, rims, and saucer during transit.

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⚠️ Vintage Disclaimer

Vintage and antique pieces naturally show signs of age, previous use, and manufacturing variations. These characteristics—including minor surface wear, variations in decoration, patina, and gilt wear—are part of their history and vintage character.

Please review all photographs and the complete description carefully before purchasing.

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💚 Thank You

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