Overview
A set of four exquisite Arita-yaki porcelain sauce dishes featuring the iconic 'Fukagawa Blue' glaze with vibrant red camellia blossoms.
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Preliminary identification
Fukagawa Seiji Arita Porcelain Small Dishes, Camellia Pattern
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Story
In 1900, the Fukagawa company stunned the world at the Paris International Exposition by winning the Gold Medal, proving that Japanese porcelain could rival the finest European houses like Sèvres or Meissen.
Maker / Origin
Founded in 1894 by Ezaiemon Fukagawa, the company sought to elevate Arita porcelain—which had been produced in the region since 1616—into a global luxury brand.
Condition & Value
The porcelain appears bright and the cobalt glaze retains its high-gloss finish. Fukagawa Seiji is a highly collected name, though small sauce dishes are relatively common.
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