Overview
A vibrant example of Japanese export porcelain featuring a stylized exotic bird in a brilliant luster glaze.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Japanese Lusterware Bird Wall Pocket, c.1930
Photo reference
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Story
During the interwar period, Japanese ceramicists captured the imagination of the West by blending traditional Eastern motifs with the electric energy of the Art Deco movement.
Maker / Origin
The 'Hand Painted Japan' mark with the cherry blossom was used by several workshops in the Nagoya region, a hub for export porcelain.
Condition & Value
The piece appears to be in good vintage condition with the luster glaze remaining quite bright. Japanese lusterware wall pockets are a popular entry-level collectible; value is driven by the vibrancy of the colors and the presence of the bird motif, which is more…
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