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Six Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Six Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases C1920
Measures - 12"h x 7"diam, tallest vase
Category
Early 20th Century Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vase & Lidded Urn, Hand Painted & Gilt, C1920
By Satsuma
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Garden Scene Vase & Lidded Urn, Hand Painted & Gilt, C1920
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
H 7.25 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vase with Figures C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vase with Figures C1920
Measures - 18"h x 6 1/2"w x 6 1/2"d
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Bud Vase
By Makuzu Kozan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Japanese Satsuma pottery vase.
In the form of a bud vase with a round base and
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Miniature Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Censer or Koro
By Kinkozan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Japanese Satsuma pottery incense burner.
With a cream ground and an extensively
Category
Early 20th Century Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Antique Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vase with Pagoda & Landscape C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted & Gilt Pottery Vase with Pagoda & Landscape C1920
Measures
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Pair Monumental Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Pottery Vases Stands 1900
Located in Portland, OR
A fine pair of monumental antique Japanese Satsuma vases with stands, circa 1900.
The vases having
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Antique Satsuma Pottery Buddhist Monks Vase with Shimazu Crest Mark
By Satsuma
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful Japanese Satsuma pottery studio vase featuring multiple kesa-clad enlightened Buddhist
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
H 11.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Large Matching Pair Satsuma Meiji Era Figural Vases Figures in Clouds Gold Leaf
By Satsuma
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
LARGE Matching Pair Satsuma Meiji Era Figural vases figures in clouds gold leaf. Amazing multi
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Pottery
Materials
Pottery
H 15.75 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Antique Japanese Satsuma Miniature Cabinet Vase
By Master Ryozan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine diminutive, antique Japanese Satsuma pottery cabinet vase.
Decorated throughout with
Category
20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Six Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted Pottery Vases C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Six Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted Pottery Vases C1920
Tall Red vase - 14 3/4" x 6 1/4" x 6
Category
Early 20th Century Pottery
Materials
Pottery
Satsuma Japanese Meiji Pair Diamond Shaped Pottery Vases
By Satsuma
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A good and unusual pair antique Japanese Satsuma Meiji diamond shaped pottery vases decorated with
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Over-Sized Japanese Satsuma Vases
Located in London, GB
These striking and beautifully designed 19th century Japanese over-sized vases feature a profuse
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Pottery
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Pottery Moon Flask Vase Samurai 1880
By Satsuma
Located in Portland, OR
A magnificent antique Japanese Meiji period Satsuma pottery moon flask vase, circa 1880.
The vase
Category
Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
H 12.25 in W 8.5 in D 2 in
Antique Japanese Satsuma Teacup & Saucer Set with Ornate Hand Painted Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique authentic Satsuma teacup and saucer set is signed, but the artist has not been
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Pottery
Materials
Earthenware
Pair of Antique Japanese Double Gourd-Shaped Satsuma Porcelain Bottle Urns
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique Japanese double gourd-shaped Satsuma porcelain bottle urns.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Pottery
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Satsuma Covered Scenic Jar
By Satsuma
Located in Sarasota, FL
Japanese Meiji satsuma covered scenic jar. Very detailed hand gilding and hand decoration. Maker's
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Japanese Satsuma Dragon Vase, Meiji Period, c 1900, Japan
By Satsuma
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic small Japanese Satsuma vase with image of writhing dragons, Meiji Period, circa 1900
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery, Stoneware, Hardwood
Satsuma Japanese Meiji Miniature Enameled Teapot Kozon Mark
By Satsuma
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional Japanese Satsuma miniature spool shaped pottery teapot and cover finely hand
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Meiji Satsuma Finely Decorated and Gilded Scenic Box
By Satsuma
Located in Sarasota, FL
Japanese Meiji satsuma finely hand decorated and gilded box. The box depicts a different scene on
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Satsuma Earthenware Meiji Period Vases
Located in London, GB
Pair of Satsuma earthenware Meiji period vases
Japanese, Early 20th Century
Height 36cm, width
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Pottery
Materials
Enamel
Japanese Meiji Satsuma Finely Decorated and Gilded Dragon Handle Scenic Teapot
By Satsuma
Located in Sarasota, FL
Japanese Meiji satsuma finely decorated and gilded teapot. Some of the finest hand painted work and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
H 6.5 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in
Japanese Meiji Satsuma Polygonal Vase
By Kyoto Pottery
Located in Sarasota, FL
Japanese Meiji Satsuma polygonal vase with four panels. Each panel shows a different scene. Fine
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Asian Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Antique Satsuma One Thousand Faces and Dragon Meiji Period Baluster Shaped Vase
By Satsuma
Located in Tustin, CA
Satsuma earthenware pottery baluster shaped vase features intricately hand painted figures with fancy
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Japanese Satsuma Figural Pottery Camel Jar C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Figural Pottery Camel Lidded Jar with Gilt Highlights C1920
Measures
Category
Early 20th Century Porcelain
Materials
Pottery
Antique Japanese Satsuma Carved in Relief Parcel Gilt Pottery Dragon Vase C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Carved and Relief Pottery Dragon Vase Signed C1920
Measures - 13"H x
Category
20th Century Japanese Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
H 13 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in
Antique Japanese Satsuma Gilt & Embossed Figural Pottery Vase C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Gilt & Embossed Figural Pottery Vase C1930
Measures - 12.5"h x 7.5"diam
Category
Early 20th Century Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Pottery Bowl Imperial Figures Kizan 1890
Located in Portland, OR
A very fine antique Japanese Meiji period Satsuma pottery bowl, circa 1890.
The bowl having a lobed
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Satsuma Covered Tureen
Located in Wilson, NC
Japanese satsuma covered tureen, depicting figures in a garden and a courtyard. The background is
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Serving Pieces
Materials
Pottery
Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted & Gilt Pottery Portrait Vase C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted & Gilt Pottery Portrait Vase C1920
Measures - 15 1/4"h x 7 1
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Porcelain
Materials
Pottery
H 15.25 in W 7.25 in D 7.25 in
Antique Japanese Satsuma Meiji Hand-Painted & Gilt Pottery Vase C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Meiji Hand-Painted & Gilt Pottery Vase C1900
Measures- 7"H x 3"W x 3"D
Category
Early 20th Century Vases
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Koro
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Satsuma Koro. The Japanese Satsuma Koro of rounded form neatly potted with a small top hat lid surmounted
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted Floral & Gilt Pottery Lidded Urn C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted Floral & Gilt Pottery Lidded Urn C1920
Measures - 5.5"h x 3
Category
Early 20th Century Asian Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Satsuma Vase, Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Japanese Satsuma vase, circa early-20th century, late 1930s-1940s, Japan. Colors
Category
Vintage 1930s Japanese Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Bowl Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Meiji period Satsuma Bowl by
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery, Faux Leather
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase by Ryokuzan
Located in Newark, England
From our Japanese Satsuma Collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Satsuma Vase by
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted Pottery Vase with Flowers & Birds C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Satsuma Hand Painted & Gilt Pottery Vase with Garden Flowers & Birds C1920
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Asian Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Period Quatrefoil Satsuma Vase by Choshuzan
By Choshuzan
Located in Newark, England
From our Japanese Satsuma Collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Quatrefoil Satsuma
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Antique Nicely Shaped Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Vase with Mark Satsuma
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Marked: Satsuma
Additional information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase Pair Gyokuzan
Located in Newark, England
Japanese Satsuma Vase Pair by Gyokuzan. The vases of squat bulbous form with pinched neck and slightly
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Satsuma Incense Burner, Koro, with Silver Lid, Meiji Period, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A fantastic Japanese Satsuma incense burner, koro, with phoenix and brocade designs and a silver
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Silver
Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
JAPANESE SATSUMA PROCESSIONAL VASE
From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to introduce to
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
1868-1912 Pair of Japanese Meiji Period Kyoto Satsuma Vases
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1868-1912 Pair of Meiji Period Kyoto Satsuma Vases, Japan. In the form of tied sash bags/pouches
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful small Japanese Satsuma ginger jar vase, circa early-20th century, Japan. Colors include
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Satsuma Charger Figurines Ladies Children, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th century Meiji
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Earthenware Vase Taizan for Hattori
Located in Newark, England
signed Fine Art, Satsuma Ware, Dai Nippon (Great Japan), Hattori Made, Gosuido Works, Taizan Painted. 美術
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Earthenware, Pottery
H 4.63 in W 2.17 in D 2.37 in
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Plate Figures with Mark Japan 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
& Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th century, 20th century Meiji Periode
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
H 1.26 in Dm 6.15 in
Large Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Vase with Mark Japan, 19th Cen
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
& Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th century, 20th century Meiji Periode
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Kogo Incense Box by Taizan Yohei
By Taizan Yohei IX
Located in Newark, England
DEPICTING BISHAMON ONE OF THE SEVEN LUCKY GODS
From our Japanese Satsuma collection, we are
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese Satsuma Vase Landscape Figural Decoration Marked, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Fabulous Japanese earthenware Satsuma bowl with nice decoration of a landscape with figures. Meiji
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Unusual Pair of Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vases by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
associated with pottery dating back to 1645. They went on to become the largest producer of Satsuma ware by
Category
Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Pair of Antique Meiji Japanese Satsuma Vases Japan Figural Marked, 19th Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Porcelain
H 12.21 in Dm 0.04 in
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Samurai Katana Dish Marked
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th century Meiji
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Meiji Period Japanese Satsuma Bowl Flowers, 19 Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
information:
Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Bowls
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Japanese Meiji Period (1868-1912) Satsuma Vase by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
Signed Kinkozan 金光山
From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Satsuma
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Pair of Japanese Moriage Satsuma Vases with Gold Gilding Circa 1930-1940
Located in Ixelles, BE
Japanese Satsuma vases from the circa 1930-1940 period are a particular style of ceramic art that
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Ceramics
Materials
Pottery
Large Antique Taisho or Showa Period Japanese Satsuma Vase
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Japanese Style: Satsuma
Region of Origin: Japan
Period: 19th century Showa
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Taisho Vases
Materials
Porcelain
Japanese Meiji period (1868-1912) Satsuma Cup and Saucer Pair by Kinkozan
By Kinkozan
Located in Newark, England
, we are delighted to bring to market this pair of Japanese Satsuma Cup and Saucer Pair by Kinkozan
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Japanese antique white-glazed sake bottle / [Satsuma ware] vase / 1700-1800s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This registration is one of the pottery called Satsuma ware, which was made in Kagoshima Prefecture
Category
Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Vases
Materials
Pottery
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1950s Japanese Satsuma Hand-Painted Ceramic Set - Exquisite Mid-Century Collecti
Located in Manzano, IT
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Ceramic
H 3.94 in Dm 11.82 in
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Japanese Satsuma Pottery For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of Japanese satsuma pottery you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, pottery and earthenware, every item from our selection of Japanese satsuma pottery was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of Japanese satsuma pottery — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An object in our assortment of Japanese satsuma pottery, designed in the style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Kinkozan, Satsuma and Awaji Pottery each produced at least one beautiful option in this array of Japanese satsuma pottery that is worth considering.
How Much is a Japanese Satsuma Pottery?
The average selling price for a piece of Japanese satsuma pottery at 1stDibs is $1,064, while they’re typically $149 on the low end and $14,156 for the highest priced.
Questions About Japanese Satsuma Pottery
- Is Satsuma pottery valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Yes, some Satsuma pottery is valuable. The age, type, style and condition will determine how much a particular piece is worth. In addition, the history of ownership may also make a piece more valuable. For example, if a piece was previously in the collection of a notable person, such as a member of the Japanese Imperial Family, it may be worth more. To get an estimated value for a particular piece, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a range of Satsuma pottery on 1stDibs.
- What is a Japanese Satsuma vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A type of Japanese pottery originated from Satsuma province in Japan is termed as Satsuma ware. A vase of this kind is known as a Satsuma vase. An interesting fact about Satsuma ware is that they feature a "makers mark" or marking as a key to help collectors unlock the value, age and authenticity of the piece. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese vases on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify Satsuma pottery marks, you'll typically need to perform research using trusted online resources. Satsuma is a region in Japan known for its pottery, and many factories and artisans have operated there, including Kinkozan, Taizan, Yasuda, Choshuzan, Fuzan, Gyozan, Koshida and Maruni Kobe. Each maker has its own marks associated with it, and these typically are in Japanese kanji characters. You can compare the characters on your piece to pictures shared online to find a match. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can help you identify your pottery markings. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Satsuma pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some Satsuma pottery is worth something. Depending on their age, maker, type, style, condition and other factors, pieces may sell for a few hundred to several thousand dollars. Looking at sales and auction histories can give you a rough idea of the value of a piece. For a more definitive valuation, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Satsuma pottery.
- What is Japanese pottery called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese pottery is called tojiki or yakimono. Various types have names of their own. For example, porcelain made during the Edo period is arita-yaki, while blue and white porcelain is seto-mono. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Japanese pottery on 1stDibs.
- Is Japanese pottery valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Yes, some Japanese pottery is valuable. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition affect how much a particular piece is worth. Some varieties of Japanese pottery that often sell for high prices due to demand among collectors include Imari ware, Mino ware and Seto ware. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can give you specific information about whether a particular piece is valuable. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Japanese pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are 47 different prefectures in Japan and each one produces ceramic ware and pottery unique to that region. Japanese Pottery, known as Tojiki or Yakimono, combines art and tradition and reflects the culture of the region. Shop a collection of Japanese pottery from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024Opinions vary as to what is the most famous type of Japanese pottery. A few kinds of pottery that originated in Japan have gained fame and are popular with collectors. Among them are Arita or Imari ware, Seto ware, Mino ware, Tokoname ware, Shigaraki ware, Kutani ware and Onta ware. Shop a wide variety of Japanese pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Japanese blue pottery is called sometsuke. When translated literally from Japanese, the word means "with dye." It refers to the fact that sometsuke pottery gets its beautiful color from applying a cobalt dye underglaze on white bisque ceramic. Find a wide variety of Japanese pottery from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024To tell if your Japanese pottery is antique, look for markings, which usually appear on the bottoms of pieces. If you see the word "Nippon," your piece was likely produced between 1891 and 1921, making it an antique. Pieces marked with the words "made in occupied Japan" originated between 1945 and 1952 and are vintage, based on their age. A "made in Japan" marking may indicate a vintage or contemporary piece. If you don't see any of these markings, consult trusted online resources to get a rough idea of when your pottery was produced. Any piece that dates back 100 years or more is antique. Should you encounter difficulty with the dating process, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese pottery.