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Set of Four Petite Japanese Blue & White Inban Dishes

About the Item

These petite Japanese dishes are patterned with a bright, cobalt blue design of flowers and leaves, arranged to form a large, five-petal plum or cherry blossom. A type of porcelain ware known as inban, the dishes were decorated using a paper stencil - a Meiji-era technique to meet demands for the ever-popular blue-and-white style. Applied by hand, this stencil method still resulted in minor differences from plate to plate, adding to the set's vintage charm. The little dishes are finished with a glossy clear glaze and a pop of gold along the rim.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)Diameter: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 4
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CMRC076, CMRC097, CMRC098, & CMRC0991stDibs: LU820042181502

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