Preliminary identification
Photo reference
2 uploaded photos
Overview
Two spectacular orange-red, phoenix-style birds sweep around this white fine-china plate among leafy branches and cloud motifs. The clearly readable underside stamp says “Fine China / Neiman-Marcus / JAPAN,” identifying the retailer and country rather than the pottery factory.
Story
Neiman-Marcus opened in Dallas in 1907. This Japanese-made plate reflects a later luxury-retail world where Asian-inspired tableware brought the drama of mythical birds into American dining rooms.
Maker / Origin
Neiman-Marcus was the retailer, not necessarily the manufacturer. Japanese export ceramics workshops supplied overseas stores with private-label tableware, often leaving the actual factory unnamed on the finished piece.
Condition & Value
Light surface scratches and possible rubbing of the orange decoration are visible; no obvious major chips or cracks appear in these views. Surface wear can reduce collector interest, especially for display pieces. Preliminary resale estimate for one plate in the visible condition, without verified sales comparisons.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.