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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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MCM LaGardo Tackett Green Demitasse Mugs and Saucers - Set of 4
By Lagardo Tackett
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 4 mid century porcelain demitasse mugs and saucers. Designed by LaGardo Tackett for Schmid International Porcelain. Simple modernist shapes. Finished in a matte dark green g...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Circa 1880 Japanese Imari Crane Motif Fruit Bowl
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1880 Imari crane motif fruit bowl, Japan. The outside in trailing bittersweet & gilded vines below a diapered blue underglaze band which follows into the bowl. The large square...
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Antique 1880s Japanese Victorian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
MCM LaGardo Tackett Green Striped Faceted Tumblers - Set of 4
By Lagardo Tackett
Located in Fairfield, CA
A set of 4 mid century porcelain tumblers. Designed by LaGardo Tackett for Schmid International Porcelain as part of the "Everyone Loves Ice Cream and Candy" tableware collection. Fi...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Pair Japanese Kangxi Blue & White Arita Porcelain Temple Lidded Vases
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of monumental Meiji period Japanese blue and white porcelain temple vases in the Kangxi Taste, mid 20th century in date.
The Foo Dog lidded vases are ovoid and featu...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Malachite Porcelain Plates, Set of 4
Located in New York, NY
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Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
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Circa 1870 Japanese Pair of Small Bottle Form Kutani Vases
By Kutani Studio
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1870 pair of small bottle form Kutani vases, Japan. Delicate, long, narrow necks to bulbous bodies. Decorated with reserves of flowers & the quintessential burnt orange Kutani ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
