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In the late 19th and early 20th century, France developed an enduring passion for Japanese aesthetics and craftsmanship. Not only did this interpretation of Japanese culture — which became known as Japonisme — infuse fresh energy into French art and design, but it also radically transformed how Europeans, and subsequently the world, would come to understand visual culture. 

Until 1853, Japan had been closely guarded against foreign visitors for over two centuries. However, American Commodore Matthew C. Perry sailed into Japan that year and initiated the first of its treaties with the United States and Europe, thereby opening its borders and giving the West its first-ever look at Japanese design. 

For the next few decades, taken with Japonisme, sophisticated collectors in Paris, New York and elsewhere gorged themselves on lacquered screens, celadon ceramics and netsuke ornaments, along with artworks depicting various aspects of Japanese life. The East Asian country’s influence on Europe, particularly France, contributed to one of the most creatively prosperous periods in history, leaving an imprint on the Impressionist, Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements, and inspiring artists like Edgar Degas, Mary Cassatt, Vincent van Gogh as well as luxury houses such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès. Japonisme emerged at the time when the ornate Renaissance Revival style was the most prominent mode of decorating in Europe, and Japanese aesthetics seemed strikingly modern and elegant in comparison. 

In addition to everyday practical objects from Japan, such as vases, tableware and decorative boxes, Japanese art, especially Japanese woodblock prints by masters of the ukiyo-e school, caught the eye of many artists — particularly those in the Art Nouveau poster community in 1880s Paris. The luscious organic colors associated with traditional Japanese design, motifs like cherry blossoms and carp and the vivid patterns found in woodblock prints, silks and more were adopted and appropriated by painters as well as ceramicists and those working in other fields of the decorative arts. Today, demand for Japanese lacquerware — furniture, trays, writing boxes, screens, incense burners — from the Edo period (1615–1868) and the late 19th century continues to be very strong among collectors.

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Style: Japonisme
Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tray Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor
Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tray Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor

Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tray Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor

$230

Vintage Japanese Porcelain Tray Arita Sometsuke Blue White Birds Decor

By Arita

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage rectangular porcelain tray features a traditional Arita style blue and white decor with motif of small bird sitting on flowering tree branches in Sometsuke decoration techniq...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

Antique Imari Porcelain Hand Painted Small Plate Tray Bowl, Japan 19th c.
Antique Imari Porcelain Hand Painted Small Plate Tray Bowl, Japan 19th c.

Antique Imari Porcelain Hand Painted Small Plate Tray Bowl, Japan 19th c.

$325

Antique Imari Porcelain Hand Painted Small Plate Tray Bowl, Japan 19th c.

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Charming small porcelain tray, bowl, or plate features a minimal shallow form, decorated in Imari style in cobalt blue, red, gold, and black palette. The underglaze cobalt blue is us...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Gold

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate
Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

$295

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Pearland, TX

A striking 19th century antique Imari plate with a scalloped edge. Featuring vibrant oranges, blues, and green. The multi-color design depicts traditional Japanese motifs, showcasing...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Paint

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate
Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

$495

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Pearland, TX

A wonderful 19th century antique Imari plate with a reticulated edge. Featuring vibrant oranges, blues, and green. The center of the plate depicts a hand-painted spray of flowers and...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Huge Antique Japanese Satsuma vase from the Meiji period, 19th Century
Huge Antique Japanese Satsuma vase from the Meiji period, 19th Century

Huge Antique Japanese Satsuma vase from the Meiji period, 19th Century

$3,525

Huge Antique Japanese Satsuma vase from the Meiji period, 19th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Japanese Satsuma vase from the Meiji period (late 19th to early 20th century), traditionally hand-painted and richly gilded. Style & Origin: Japanese ceramic (Satsuma ware) w...

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1890s Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

English 19thc. "Imari" Decorated Hand Painted Tea Dessert Service for 8-26 Pcs
English 19thc. "Imari" Decorated Hand Painted Tea Dessert Service for 8-26 Pcs

English 19thc. "Imari" Decorated Hand Painted Tea Dessert Service for 8-26 Pcs

$5,800 / set

English 19thc. "Imari" Decorated Hand Painted Tea Dessert Service for 8-26 Pcs

By Hammersley

Located in Great Barrington, MA

An amazing hand painted example of the influence of the Japonesque influence on English wares ca. 1890's. This is a complete set of 8 footed cups and saucers and 8 matching dessert p...

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1880s English Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate
Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

$295

Antique 19th Century Japanese Scalloped Imari Plate

By Imari Porcelain

Located in Pearland, TX

A striking 19th century antique Imari plate with a scalloped edge. Featuring vibrant oranges, blues, and green. The border features several phoenixes.

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19th Century Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Paint

Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert & Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service
Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert & Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service

Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert & Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service

$4,800 / set

Copeland Spode for Tiffany Dessert & Tea Set for 12 Floral Japonesque Service

By Copeland Spode

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is a complete dessert service for 12 that includes the matching coffee or teapot, creamer and sugar made by Copeland Spode, exclusively for Tiffany and Co. The butterscotch col...

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Mid-20th Century English Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock
14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock

14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock

$975 / set

14-Piece Japanese Gilt and Painted Tea and Dessert Serving Set with Peacock

Located in Norwood, NJ

14-piece Kutani Japanese gilt and painted tea and dessert serving set with Peacock. Hand painted gilt and painted Peacock tea and serving set. Features floral and peacock design. Lidded tea and coffee pots, lidded creamer, sugar bowl, and five snack sets...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Gold

Mid 20th C. Kutani Style French Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars - A Pair
Mid 20th C. Kutani Style French Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars - A Pair

Mid 20th C. Kutani Style French Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars - A Pair

$1,250 / set

Mid 20th C. Kutani Style French Porcelain Lidded Ginger Jars - A Pair

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Morristown, NJ

20th c., a pair of Japanese Kutani style porcelain lidded jars, stamped on Porcelaine de Paris underside of foot. The mark indicates the piece was produced in the 1970's. The jars are decorated in deep orange, tangerine and gold motifs on a white background. On one side, both jars have matching decoration depicting a scroll showing a pastoral scene. On the other side, each jar has a seperate floral depiction; one including bamboo. Both are highly decorative. Founded 1773 by Jean-Baptiste Locre, Porcelaine de Paris, was one of the first manufactures to use the Chinese secret of porcelain. It immediately aimed for the luxury trade, selling to the Royal Courts of Europe. After surviving the French Revolution, Porcelaine de Paris steadily produced tableware as well as purely decorative pieces, receiving orders from all over Europe. Productivity was astonishing, creating one new model every day over 30 years! Around 1830, Jean-Marx Clauss, a German-born potter bought a building at Rue de la Pierre-Levee, where he took over Locre's activity. M. Achille Bloch...

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1970s French Vintage Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Gold

Set of 6 Vintage Japanese Porcelain Collectible Cups - 1950s
Set of 6 Vintage Japanese Porcelain Collectible Cups - 1950s

Set of 6 Vintage Japanese Porcelain Collectible Cups - 1950s

$584 / set

Set of 6 Vintage Japanese Porcelain Collectible Cups - 1950s

Located in Manzano, IT

Elegant vintage set consisting of 6 cups and 6 saucers made of the finest white porcelain, decorated with a delicate floral pattern (pink roses, blue and yellow flowers) and finished...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Arita Pair of blue and white porcelain serving platters
Japanese Arita Pair of blue and white porcelain serving platters

Japanese Arita Pair of blue and white porcelain serving platters

$526Sale Price / set|64% Off

Japanese Arita Pair of blue and white porcelain serving platters

By Arita

Located in Valladolid, ES

Exquisite pair of large Arita porcelain or Imari porcelain plates or trays. Arita porcelain or Imari porcelain is the Western name for porcelain products made in the town of Arita. I...

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1920s Japanese Vintage Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Plate
Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Plate

Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Plate

$480

Antique Japanese Imari Porcelain Plate

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful 18th to 19th century antique Imari porcelain plate with scalloped rim. Hand painted with central blue medallion, surrounded vibrant orange, crimson, blue, and green pattern...

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19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Japonisme Style Porcelaine Planter Signed L'Escalier de Cristal 19th C
Japonisme Style Porcelaine Planter Signed L'Escalier de Cristal 19th C

Japonisme Style Porcelaine Planter Signed L'Escalier de Cristal 19th C

$3,097

Japonisme Style Porcelaine Planter Signed L'Escalier de Cristal 19th C

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in Paris, FR

Exquisite square planter in the Japonisme style. The whole planter is structured on bamboo-style edges. Each face is decorated with flowers and leaves on a vivid blue background/ Ea...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Vase with a Large Chrysanthemum
Early 20th Century Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Vase with a Large Chrysanthemum

Early 20th Century Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Vase with a Large Chrysanthemum

$1,500

Early 20th Century Royal Copenhagen Porcelain Vase with a Large Chrysanthemum

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very good and large-scale, early 20th century Royal Copenhagen porcelain vase. With decoration that includes two very large Chrysanthemum flowers painted in muted blues and a ex...

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Early 20th Century Danish Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Spode Newstone Aesthetic Movement Japanese Garden Soup Bowls Ca. 1840
Set of 12 Spode Newstone Aesthetic Movement Japanese Garden Soup Bowls Ca. 1840

Set of 12 Spode Newstone Aesthetic Movement Japanese Garden Soup Bowls Ca. 1840

$3,600 / set

Set of 12 Spode Newstone Aesthetic Movement Japanese Garden Soup Bowls Ca. 1840

By Spode

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is an amazing set of 12 rimmed soup bowls marked "Spode's New-Stone" dating to 1840 but in like new condition. The "Japonesque" transfer decoration is embellished with hand pain...

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1840s English Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Ironstone

Imari Porcelain Flower Pot 19th Century
Imari Porcelain Flower Pot 19th Century

Imari Porcelain Flower Pot 19th Century

$922Sale Price|20% Off

Imari Porcelain Flower Pot 19th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Beautiful porcelain planter decorated with imari. On this flowerpot, the background is blue, there are reserves in which appear a dragon and a bird surrounded by red flowers. The upp...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Aritaware Porcelain Vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th Century
Aritaware Porcelain Vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th Century

Aritaware Porcelain Vase, Fukagawa, Japan, 20th Century

$295

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

Antique Meissen Bowl in Hand Painted Porcelain in Japanese Style, 19th Century
Antique Meissen Bowl in Hand Painted Porcelain in Japanese Style, 19th Century

Antique Meissen Bowl in Hand Painted Porcelain in Japanese Style, 19th Century

$1,200

Antique Meissen Bowl in Hand Painted Porcelain in Japanese Style, 19th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Antique Meissen bowl in hand painted porcelain in Japanese style, 19th century. Measures: 30 x 5 cm. In excellent condition. Stamped. 2nd factory quality.

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19th Century German Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Italy Mid-18th Century Richard Ginori Porcelain Dish with Japan Landscape
Italy Mid-18th Century Richard Ginori Porcelain Dish with Japan Landscape

Italy Mid-18th Century Richard Ginori Porcelain Dish with Japan Landscape

$2,220

Italy Mid-18th Century Richard Ginori Porcelain Dish with Japan Landscape

By Richard Ginori

Located in Brescia, IT

This Richard Ginori (an Italian factory in Doccia) dish is very elegant and it has a drawing not easy to find; for this reason it is an interesting piece to collect. Wonderful sense ...

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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Lladro, Spain, Large Figure in Glazed Porcelain, Geisha with Fans, 20th Century
Lladro, Spain, Large Figure in Glazed Porcelain, Geisha with Fans, 20th Century

Lladro, Spain, Large Figure in Glazed Porcelain, Geisha with Fans, 20th Century

$500

Lladro, Spain, Large Figure in Glazed Porcelain, Geisha with Fans, 20th Century

Located in København, Copenhagen

Lladro, Spain. Large figure in glazed porcelain. Geisha with fans. 20th century. Measures: 29.5 x 17 cm. In very good condition. Stamped.

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20th Century Spanish Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Meissen Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain Decorated with Cherry Tree Branches
Meissen Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain Decorated with Cherry Tree Branches

Meissen Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain Decorated with Cherry Tree Branches

$200

Meissen Bowl in Hand-Painted Porcelain Decorated with Cherry Tree Branches

Located in København, Copenhagen

Meissen bowl in hand-painted porcelain decorated with cherry tree branches, in Japanese style. Early 1900s. Measurements: 24.0 cm. x 3.5 cm. In good condition, with hairline crac...

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Early 20th Century German Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Theodor Larsen for Royal Copenhagen, a Pair of Porcelain Vases, Japanism
Theodor Larsen for Royal Copenhagen, a Pair of Porcelain Vases, Japanism

Theodor Larsen for Royal Copenhagen, a Pair of Porcelain Vases, Japanism

$1,800 / set

Theodor Larsen for Royal Copenhagen, a Pair of Porcelain Vases, Japanism

Located in København, Copenhagen

Theodor Larsen for Royal Copenhagen. A pair of porcelain vases decorated in gold and black. Japanism. Signed TH.L. Measures: 20 cm x 10cm In very good condition. 2nd factory quality.

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Late 19th Century Danish Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Japanese Style English Porcelain Ewer by Royal Worcester
Japanese Style English Porcelain Ewer by Royal Worcester

Japanese Style English Porcelain Ewer by Royal Worcester

$1,504

Japanese Style English Porcelain Ewer by Royal Worcester

By Royal Worcester

Located in London, GB

Japanese style English porcelain ewer by Royal Worcester English, c. 1880 Measures: Height 31cm, diameter 17cm This beautiful ewer is by the celebrated English porcelain makers ...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Flowers and Bees, ca. 1900
Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Flowers and Bees, ca. 1900

Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Flowers and Bees, ca. 1900

$2,500

Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Flowers and Bees, ca. 1900

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Flower and Bees, ca. 1900 DIMENSIONS: Diameter: 16 inches DETAILS Meiji Period: 1868-1912 ABOUT IMARI PORCELAIN Japanese Imari porcelain refers to a type of porcelain ware that was produced in the town of Arita, in Saga Prefecture on Japan’s Kyushu island, and exported primarily from the nearby port of Imari—hence the name. Origins & History: • Early 17th century (Edo period): Porcelain production began in Arita after Korean potters, brought to Japan during the Japanese invasions of Korea (1592–1598), discovered kaolin (porcelain clay) in the area. • Mid-17th century to 18th century: Imari ware became a major export to Europe via the Dutch East India Company. • Declined in export after 1750s as Chinese porcelain re-entered European markets. Characteristics: • Base: Made from fine white porcelain. • Decoration: Richly colored and ornate, featuring: o Underglaze blue painting (Arita blue-and-white style). o Overglaze enamels, especially in red, gold, green, and blue (the classic “Kinrande” Imari style). • Designs: Often feature floral motifs, birds, mythical creatures, and geometric patterns in bold symmetrical compositions. Types of Imari: 1. Early Imari / Shoki...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Pair of Small Porcelain Satsuma Vases
20th Century Pair of Small Porcelain Satsuma Vases

20th Century Pair of Small Porcelain Satsuma Vases

$1,227Sale Price / set|25% Off

20th Century Pair of Small Porcelain Satsuma Vases

By Satsuma

Located in Paris, FR

Two porcelain hexagonal Satsuma vases painted in polychrome enamels and gold. The paunch is decorated with intricate Japanese characters in a landscape, the neck and the shoulder wit...

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Early 19th Century Japanese Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Brown and Blue Porcelain Lamps, Japanese Style, Late 19th Century
Pair of Brown and Blue Porcelain Lamps, Japanese Style, Late 19th Century

Pair of Brown and Blue Porcelain Lamps, Japanese Style, Late 19th Century

$3,214 / set

Pair of Brown and Blue Porcelain Lamps, Japanese Style, Late 19th Century

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of baluster shape brown and blue porcelain lamps. Decoration of Japanese style figures in a cartouche framed with vegetals and flowers with deep blue and gold highlights. Mounte...

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Late 19th Century Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Bronze

Antique Three-Piece Meiji Period Japonisme Vase Clock Set
Antique Three-Piece Meiji Period Japonisme Vase Clock Set

Antique Three-Piece Meiji Period Japonisme Vase Clock Set

$10,230 / set

Antique Three-Piece Meiji Period Japonisme Vase Clock Set

Located in London, GB

Antique three-piece Meiji period Japonisme vase clock set French/Japanese, late 19th century Measures: Clock height 47cm, diameter 22cm Candelabra height 55cm, width 25cm, depth 2...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Japonisme Porcelain

Materials

Ormolu

Japonisme porcelain for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Japonisme porcelain 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 porcelain created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include serveware, ceramics, silver and glass, decorative objects, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Japonisme porcelain made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original porcelain, popular names associated with this style include Bow Porcelain, Royal Worcester, Chelsea Porcelain, and Copeland Spode. 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 porcelain differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $100 and tops out at $38,000 while the average work can sell for $1,487.

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