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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 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...
Category
Vintage 1930s Japanese Chinoiserie Porcelain
Materials
Enamel
$251 Sale Price
50% Off
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloissoné Charger Plate
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Charger Plate
A fine Japanese Meiji style charger, plate or dish. Hand crafted, this charger plate is adorned with a polychrome scene with a beautiful yellow bird and a rose. There is also a blossoming flower and trees on the turquoise base made in the Cloisonne technique. The border features traditional foliage, and floral motifs made in the same technique. The backside is decorated with a swirl motif also made in the Cloisonne technique.
Unmarked.
Circa: Late 19th to the Early 20th Century.
Antique and Vintage Asian Collectibles, Oriental Enamel Plates, Home Decor And Collectibles.
This wonderfully hand crafted decorative Japanese Meiji Cloisonne charger...
Category
20th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain
Materials
Copper, Enamel
Set of 4 Japanese Koransha Teacups
By Koransha
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant set of 4 Koransha tea cups, from Lindfield series, with delicately hand drawn spring orchids / Made in Japan in 2000s
Original mark at the base
Diameter 3.5 inches, height 2 ...
Category
20th Century Japanese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$540 Sale Price / set
40% Off
Set of Three Awa Odori Ceramic Dancing Figures
Located in Hanover, MA
Three glazed ceramic figures of stylized folk dancers in the Awa Odori festival. One marked "E. Lyles" on the underside.
I believe these figures are based on a design by Japanese met...
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Brutalist Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic
Aritaware Porcelain Vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th Century
By Fukagawa
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Aritaware porcelain vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th century. Octagonal shaped vase. Graphic wrapped tassel design in gold and deep red on white ground.
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese 19th Century Porcelain Imari Plate with Painted Blue and White Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Imari porcelain plate from the 19th century, with hand-painted blue and white mountain, tree, architecture and bridge décor. Created in Japan during the 19th century, this Imari porcelain plate features a delicate blue and white décor...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
$880 Sale Price
20% Off