Occasionally, pieces made during occupations do not carry the occupied mark. Vintage occupied japan porcelain ceramic figurine southern colonial gentleman. This new book is filled with thousands of oncefamiliar items of ceramic, paper, glass. Pair scottie dog vase miniature occupied japan era. Occupied japan figurines include copies of victorian ceramic figures, meissen, royal doulton, and hummel. Occupied japan for the home by florence archambault. This new book, occupied japan collectibles, by gene florence, offers all the information in one resource. It is a mistake to assume all occupied japan ceramics are of poor quality. Even if other pieces in a set bear the mark, the unmarked pieces value is a fraction of a marked piece. Gene florence, author of five books on the subject, says, whats interesting is. Occupied japan ceramics guide to value, marks, history. Occupied japan, decorative collectible brands, decorative.
The 4 cs cathys home page occupied japan book resources. Makes nice romantic gift or add to your collection of occupiedmade in japan figurines. Pairs of figurines are worth twice the value of a single figure of. Collectors encyclopedia of occupied japan collectibles, second. Collectors consider it a period or vintage piece, but do not value it as an occupied japan piece. This new book presents hundreds of items never published before and over 200 different manufacturers markings on.
The book is 6 and 95 pages, and it would be too much to list every event, so i am going to talk about prenatal ceremonies. Although four different marks were used on cups and saucers. The most common occupied japan material is ceramic. Occupied japan, decorative collectible brands, decorative collectibles, collectibles. No one could have predicted that these two words would create a popular collectible field that has attracted thousands of serious hobbyists. If you see anything with occupied japan marked on the. Antique porcelain figurines made in occupied japan 5 12 inches tall. From 1945 to 1952, items made in japan for export were marked occupied japan. This new book is filled with thousands of oncefamiliar items of ceramic, paper, glass, celluloid, wood, and papiermache which were marked made in occupied japan, and shipped to the united states and the united kingdom. Gene florences the collectors encyclopedia of occupied japan collectibles, fourth series collector books, 1990, 1996 value update. Occupied japan figurine victorian man boy carrying book. Made in occupied japan collectibles include porcelain items, toys, pottery and other items that people created after world war ii when americans occupied japan. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about occupied japan figurines.
Search for occupied japan items on online auction sites for further study. Occupied japan ceramic figurines mimic american and european examples. The majority of the items are european ceramic copies and inexpensive novelties that people could purchase from dime stores. Vintage morirama occupied japan large colonial couple. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. From 1947 to current pieces are marked made in japan note that pieces marked occupied japan or made in occupied japan are pieces dated from 1947 to 1952 are not usually considered made in.
Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Rare vintage ceramic lefton occupied japan 5 tall swimming flamingo. Collectors encyclopedia of occupied japan collectibles, 5th series book. Porcelain telephone figurines made in occupied japan. Occupied japan for the home schiffer book for collectors. An assortment of figurines including occupied japan.
The allied occupation of japan at the end of world war ii was led by general douglas macarthur, the supreme commander of the allied powers, with support from the british commonwealth. These ceramic shoes were made in occupied japan during the years 194551. Some pieces simply were marked japan or made in japan. Vintage bisque cherub child raised dish occupied japan. Most occupied japan items were produced for the overseas market when the japanese economy was wartorn and people in general had a difficult time feeding themselves. However, collectors of occupied japan material insist that occupied be found in the mark for an item to be considered a true occupied. Occupied japan figurine, a little girl is intently reading her music book, figurine is marked occupied japan. But the japanese had a wonderful talent for mimicry you will find pieces that you would swear are dresden and when you turn them upside down, you will find made in occupied japan. They are identified by an import mark made in occupied japan or occupied japan. While there are books and web sites dedicated to the classification of.
Vintage occupied japan large porcelain colonial couple figurines are an amazing couple in simply wonderful condition. Many were copycat stylistic reproductions of hummel, meissen, royal doulton, and victorian area figurines. Occupied japan oj is a term used for the time period after world war ii from 1945 through april 25, 1952 during the time that the allies occupied japan. What the value of figurines made in occupied japan answers. All occupied japan items seen on this site are authentic marked occupied japan pieces. Made in japan marks january, 2002 newsletter marks. However, while its true that the figurines form the basis of most collections, almost every other imaginable item was produced, including everyday objects such as clocks, toys, cameras, jewelry, lamps. This new book featuring hundreds of color photosoffers all the information on these collectibles in one comprehensive. I read somewhere that objects stamped made in occupied japan have some monetary value.
The range of products lumped under the occupied japan rubric is astounding in its diversity, but most collectors focus on ceramic figurines or toys. The most common occupied japan figurines material is ceramic. Unlike in the occupation of germany, the soviet union was allowed little to no influence over japan. We are amazed at all the different items produced in that period of history. We have a passion for occupied japan items and will happily share it. How to identify occupied japan markings our pastimes. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. In addition to glassware items, when shopping for occupied japan products, you will find the following categories. Produced during the occupation of japan by united states forces from the end of the second world war in 1945 to the end of the occupation in 1952, the items presented in this book have become coveted by a large number of collectors. How to tell if something is made in occupied japan our. Any pottery that is stamped with made in occupied japan and can be. What years involve made in japan japan and occupied japan. Following the end of world war ii in 1945 and until 1952, items imported from japan to the united states had to be marked in a fashion indicating they came from occupied japan. See more ideas about figurines, japan and japan time.
Instead of embodying asian cultural traditions, occupied japan merchandise. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Collectors encyclopedia of occupied japan collectibles. This has helped make the market place for new and used occupied japan figurines and other items a busy exchange. Pretty 5 14 tall figurine of a gentlemen reading sonnets to his lady. This four piece porcelain collection features a woman holding a basket. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back.
Additional ceramic forms included miniature ashtrays, dinnerware, lamps, souvenirs, tea sets, and vases. Milestones in life was written by mock joya and lists all the major events in a persons life that are celebrated in japan. Occupied japan items were manufactured and exported to earn foreign currencies while the japanese economy was being reconstructed into a normal demilitarized economy. We may get a small commission if you buy something or take an action after clicking one. Most will be rare, or quality, or uniquely different in some manner. However, collectors discovered that many of these items were well made. Figurinesoccupied japanvintage, antique and collectibleavailable for sale at. It was long assumed that the quality was not very good. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. The purpose of these items at the time was for export. Unfollow occupied japan figurines to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. It depicts a colonial couple, a man with a mandolin and a seated lady with a fan. Many of the figurines were cheaply made, and looked it. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about occupied japan.
The most commonly found occupied japan forms are cups and saucers and figurines. Florence provides detailed descriptions and current values for. Authentic occupied in japan figurines were made between 1945 and. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Find occupied japan figurines and occupied japan figurines lot from a vast selection of occupied japan. Vintage made in occupied japan fish fit into base s shakers, this is wonderful plus worth dollars.
The more familiar you are with the many types of ceramics that were made for export in japan in the postworld war ii years, and the occupied markings somewhere on them, the better youll be able to. Objects marked made in occupied japan were made from february 1947 until april 1952 in japan for export to america. So many of the made in occupied japan collectibles were made for the dime store markets. When they think of occupied japan, most collectors think of porcelain figurines. Shop from the worlds largest selection and best deals for occupied japan collectibles. Hundreds of gorgeous color photos showcase the wide variety of collectible figurines, toys, dolls, dinnerware, banks, lacquerware, and much more. Made in occupied japan figurine colonial couple vintage post wwii it depicts a colonial couple, a man with a mandolin and a seated lady with a fan. The value of figurines made while america occupied japan are relatively rare and more expensive than other japanesemade figurines.
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