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Style: Showa
Japanese Handmade Ceramic Pottery Textured Chawan Yunomi Tea Ceremony Cup Bowl
Japanese Handmade Ceramic Pottery Textured Chawan Yunomi Tea Ceremony Cup Bowl

Japanese Handmade Ceramic Pottery Textured Chawan Yunomi Tea Ceremony Cup Bowl

Located in Studio City, CA

Wonderfully made and designed Japanese Chawan or Yunomi tea cup. Great texture and color. Likely Mid-20th Century Showa period but could be older. Fine craftsmanship. Very attracti...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Showa Period Tall Deep Green Ground Cloisonne Vase
Showa Period Tall Deep Green Ground Cloisonne Vase

Showa Period Tall Deep Green Ground Cloisonne Vase

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Showa period tall deep green ground cloisonne vase, with three white and pink orchids, silvered metal mounts, Japanese, mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

After Shōji Hamada (1894-1978) Vintage Round Charger - Lewis Stein Collection
After Shōji Hamada (1894-1978) Vintage Round Charger - Lewis Stein Collection

After Shōji Hamada (1894-1978) Vintage Round Charger - Lewis Stein Collection

By Shoji Hamada

Located in Morristown, NJ

1960's Japanese round charger, no visible mark This ceramic plate displays design characteristics similar to the works of Shoji Hamada (1894-1978), a renowned Japanese potter and a k...

Category

1960s Japanese Vintage Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

White porcelain triangular container, ceramic, japanese antique
White porcelain triangular container, ceramic, japanese antique

White porcelain triangular container, ceramic, japanese antique

Located in Katori-Shi, 12

This is an antique triangular white porcelain vessel set made during the Showa period. It features the soft texture and smooth surface unique to white porcelain, and a wavy curved d...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Showa Period Tall Cream Ground Cloisonne Vase
Showa Period Tall Cream Ground Cloisonne Vase

Showa Period Tall Cream Ground Cloisonne Vase

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Showa period tall cream ground cloisonne vase, with two orchids and four spikey leaves, Japanese, mid 20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

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Showa ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Showa ceramics for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage ceramics created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Showa ceramics made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original ceramics, popular names associated with this style include Shoji Hamada, and Kutani Studio. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for ceramics differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $85 and tops out at $2,694 while the average work can sell for $950.