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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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Circa 1880s Japanese Kutani Thousand Faces Bowl
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1880s Kutani thousand faces bowl, Japanese. Exterior & interior with thousand faces under gilt band & floral broder - inside centering to a gilt mythical type creature. Two cha...
Category
Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Sake Cup Ochoko Porcelain Paysage Kutani ware 1970s Showa
Located in Paris, FR
This is a small cup for drinking sake. It is called Ochoko in Japanese.
It was made in showa era around 1970s. It is made with porcelain and all hand painted.
This is Kutani ware.
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Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Showa Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Set Of 10 Fitz and Floyd Renaissance Cerulean Blue Porcelain Service Plates
By Fitz and Floyd
Located in Norwood, NJ
Beautiful and elegant set of 10 Fitz and Floyd Renaissance Cerulean blue porcelain service plates. A wide rich blue border trimmed with a wi...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Quality Pair of Antique Japanese Hand Painted Imari Plates
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality Pair of antique Japanese hand painted Imari plates wonderfully hand painted in blue, red, white and gold colours
A charming pair in perfect original condition
Dimensions:...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Sake Cup Memorial Army's Ochoko Showa Porcelain Kutani ware 1980s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a small cup for drinking sake. It is called Ochoko in Japanese.
It was made in showa era around 1980s. It is made with porcelain and all hand painted.
This is Kutani ware f...
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Showa Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
1950s Noritake Belmont 5609 Fine Bone China Set, 95 Pieces, 12 Place Settings
By Noritake
Located in Germantown, MD
1950s Noritake Belmont 5609 Fine Bone China Set, 95 Pieces, 12 Place Settings made of:
12 Dinner Plates (10.5")
12 Salad Plates ( 8.5")
12 Bread ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Bone, Porcelain
