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How do you date Japanese porcelain?
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To date Japanese porcelain, examine its markings. Generally, the name Nippon appeared on pieces produced between 1891 and 1921. From 1945 to 1952, makers placed a mark that read "Made in Occupied Japan." A piece that is marked simply "Japan" or "Made in Japan" may date from the period just before or during World War II or from after the end of occupation in 1952. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for help with dating. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Japanese porcelain.
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
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Japanese AITO Porcelain Plate Japanese Bush Warbler 2000s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a plate which was made with style Aito (Aito ware).
This plate was made around 2000s in Heisei era.
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Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Cloissoné Charger, Bowl or Platter
Located in Miami, FL
Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Charger, Decorative Dish or Bowl
A beautiful example of Japanese Meiji-style cloisonné craftsmanship, this finely det...
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20th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Porcelain Plates Bamboo Design
Located in New York, NY
A set of four (4) white porcelain plates (salad plate size) with a linen-like surface and green bamboo design, circa mid-20th century, 1960s, Japan. Japan is known for its fine porce...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$275 / set
Japanese Yellow and Black Chinoiserie Style Porcelain Charger Plate 1930s
By Arita
Located in Glasgow, GB
A large Japanese export 15" Chinoiserie-style porcelain charger plate, crafted in Japan around the 1930s. Stamped to its underside with a red insignia reading "foreign," a mark gener...
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Chinoiserie Porcelain
Materials
Enamel
$258 Sale Price
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Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tray Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor
By Arita
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage rectangular porcelain tray features a traditional Arita style blue and white decor with motif of small bird sitting on flowering tree branches in Sometsuke decoration techniq...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery
19th Century Satsuma Japanese Hand Painted Porcelain Tea or Coffee Set 15 Pieces
By Satsuma
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful hand painted and gold porcelain tea or coffee set Satsuma Japanese 15 pieces, 1880s. The service is complete to serve six people at the table includes: 1 teapot, 1 sugar bo...
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Antique 1880s Japanese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$1,788 / set
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