{"title":"Vintage Japanese Porcelain \u0026 Lusterware","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop vintage Japanese porcelain and lusterware: hand-painted Made in Japan and Occupied Japan pieces, lusterware wall pockets and ashtrays, moriage, Kutani style cups, figurines and pre-war export pottery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapan's export potteries made some of the most charming hand-painted pieces of the 20th century, and that pearly lusterware shine is hard to resist. Every piece here is one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWant to know how old yours is? Read \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-date-japanese-porcelain-marks-nippon-occupied-japan\"\u003eNippon, Japan or Occupied Japan?\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/japanese-lusterware-and-moriage-guide\"\u003eguide to Japanese lusterware and moriage\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated searches:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vintage-wall-pockets-figural-planters\"\u003eWall pockets \u0026amp; planters\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vintage-cloisonne-chinese-enamel\"\u003eCloisonné \u0026amp; Chinese enamel\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vintage-pitchers-jugs\"\u003eVintage pitchers\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vintage-bird-decor-jewelry\"\u003eVintage bird decor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-decorative-porcelain-lidded-ginger-jar","title":"Cobalt Blue Ginger Jar | Butterfly \u0026 Gold Leaf Chinoiserie Temple Jar | Japanese Porcelain Home Decor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinger not included; butterflies and gold leaf very much are.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage Cobalt Blue Ginger Jar — Hand-Painted Butterfly \u0026amp; Gold Leaf Chinoiserie Temple Jar | Japanese Porcelain\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eElevate your home decor with this exquisite \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese-made ceramic temple jar\u003c\/strong\u003e — a showstopping piece that effortlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with timeless elegance. Finished in a deep, rich \u003cstrong\u003ecobalt blue glaze\u003c\/strong\u003e, this decorative ginger jar features delicate \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painted butterfly motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e accented with shimmering \u003cstrong\u003egold leaf detailing\u003c\/strong\u003e — a hallmark of fine mid-century decorative art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe intricate design is perfectly complemented by a \u003cstrong\u003ematching lid with a gold-toned finial\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a sophisticated silhouette that serves as a breathtaking focal point for any room. Whether styled on a mantel, bookshelf, console table, or as part of a curated chinoiserie vignette, this versatile piece adds refined charm to both modern and classic interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese-made vintage porcelain — high-gloss cobalt blue glaze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-painted butterfly motifs with gold leaf accent detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable with decorative gold-toned finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25\" tall × 4\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent — no chips, cracks, or repairs; a true collector's gem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAesthetic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinoiserie, grandmillennial, maximalist, mid-century Japanese ceramics, classic elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eA stunning gift for chinoiserie decor lovers, vintage porcelain collectors, and anyone searching for a blue and white ginger jar, butterfly home decor, or a timeless decorative accent with genuine vintage provenance. Shop Oddly Darling Vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProps shown in styled photos are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oddly Darling Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47184497901767,"sku":"H-0022","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7028\/5255\/files\/oddly-darling-vintage-blue-butterfly-ginger-jar.jpg?v=1791133320"},{"product_id":"vintage-ceramic-bird-figural-pitcher-vase","title":"1930s Japan Pottery Pelican Pitcher Hand Painted Figural Bird Jug 8 Inch Pre-War Export","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA pelican who traded fishing for pouring, and honestly, it suits him.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage 1930s Japan Pottery Pelican Pitcher — Hand Painted Figural Bird Jug\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully characterful piece of \u003cstrong\u003epre-war Japanese export pottery\u003c\/strong\u003e — this figural pelican pitcher dates to the \u003cstrong\u003ecirca 1920s–1930s\u003c\/strong\u003e era, identified by the plain “Made in Japan” mark on the base, which was used during Japan’s prolific export period before World War II. Figural bird pitchers from this era have a dedicated collector following, and this pelican is a standout example of the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bisqueware pottery with paint-over-bisque decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Made in Japan” on base — plain mark consistent with 1920s–30s pre-war export production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" tall x 6\" wide x 5\" deep — a substantial, display-worthy piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition — no chips, no cracks; beak tip and handle are intact. \u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: some paint flaking\/loss is present\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is entirely typical and expected for paint-over-bisque pieces of this age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative only — not watertight or food safe. For flowers, use dried or faux stems, or slip a small glass inside for fresh ones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep greens, sunny yellows, and earthy weathered tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe paint-over-bisque technique — where pigment is applied directly to unglazed bisque clay — was widely used in pre-war Japanese export ware and gives these pieces their distinctive matte, folk-art quality. Paint loss over time is a known characteristic of this construction. We’ve photographed the flaking areas clearly so you know exactly what you’re getting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDisplay him on a shelf of vintage pottery, fill him with dried stems, or tuck him into a coastal or cottagecore vignette — this pelican brings personality and genuine history to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-war Japanese export pottery collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFigural bird pitcher enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage pottery and bisqueware collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoastal, cottagecore, and folk art home decor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuriosity cabinet and shelf vignette styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips carefully packed to protect this vintage treasure for its next chapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProps shown in styled photos are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oddly Darling Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47392092782791,"sku":"H-0056","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7028\/5255\/files\/oddly-darling-vintage-pelican-ceramic-pitcher_43bc7d71-a02e-4da4-8584-9345aed942f8.jpg?v=1791130102"},{"product_id":"vintage-porcelain-geisha-figurine-statue","title":"Lenwile China Ardalt Art Ware Japanese Lady Geisha Figurine 9.25 Inch Vintage Porcelain Kimono Collectible","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoised, painted, and patiently waiting for the perfect shelf.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage Porcelain Geisha Figurine — 9.25 Inch Hand-Painted Kimono Lady\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA graceful and beautifully detailed piece of vintage porcelain artistry — this \u003cstrong\u003egeisha figurine\u003c\/strong\u003e stands an impressive 9.25\" tall and is rendered in smooth, high-gloss porcelain with exquisite \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painted kimono details\u003c\/strong\u003e and a serene, delicate expression that draws you in from across the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.25\" tall — a substantial, display-commanding presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent — no chips, no cracks; glaze and painted details are vivid and fully intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality glazed porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Japanese geisha in kimono; hand-painted accents with soft, sophisticated color palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, glossy porcelain with fine detail work throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s something endlessly captivating about a well-made porcelain figurine — the way the gloss catches light, the stillness of the pose, the intricate folds of the kimono rendered in paint that has stayed vivid for decades. 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The gold-leaf accent work is crisp and detailed, and the crown mark on the base confirms its post-war Japanese export origin. At just 2.5\" tall x 1.75\" wide, it punches well above its weight as a display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a twin, sort of: our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-occupied-japan-porcelain-decorative-vase-1\"\u003ebrown Occupied Japan portrait vase\u003c\/a\u003e is the same size, just in a moodier mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e No chips, no cracks. Excellent condition for its age. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark: \"Made in Occupied Japan\" with crown mark on base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: c. 1945–1952\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Approx. 2.5\" tall x 1.75\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration: Hand-painted portrait medallion, orange, blue, white, gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: No chips or cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA must for Occupied Japan collectors, mid-century ceramic enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates miniature porcelain with genuine provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProps shown in styled photos are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Occupied Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67518570528967,"sku":"H-0072","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7028\/5255\/files\/oddly-darling-vintage-occupied-japan-porcelain-vase_3acbd351-bd08-4cc4-9c6d-d0d9520607eb.jpg?v=1791132147"},{"product_id":"vintage-occupied-japan-porcelain-decorative-vase-1","title":"Occupied Japan Porcelain Miniature Vase | Hand-Painted Portrait | Dark Brown Matte \u0026 Gold | 2.5\" | c.1945–1952","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe moody one of the Occupied Japan family, and it wouldn't have it any other way.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA striking miniature porcelain vase from the \u003cstrong\u003eOccupied Japan\u003c\/strong\u003e era (1945–1952), hand-painted with a traditional portrait medallion on a rich \u003cstrong\u003edark brown matte ground\u003c\/strong\u003e with gold-leaf accent detailing. The warm, earthy palette gives this piece a distinctly moody, sophisticated character compared to the more typical brightly colored Occupied Japan pieces — making it a standout for collectors. Crown mark and \"Made in Occupied Japan\" stamp on the base confirm its authenticated post-war export origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a twin, sort of: our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-occupied-japan-porcelain-decorative-vase\"\u003eorange and blue Occupied Japan portrait vase\u003c\/a\u003e is the same size, just in a sunnier mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e No chips, no cracks. Excellent condition for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark: \"Made in Occupied Japan\" with crown mark on base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: c. 1945–1952\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: Approx. 2.5\" tall x 1.75\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecoration: Hand-painted portrait medallion, dark brown matte ground with gold accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: No chips or cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA compelling piece for Occupied Japan collectors, moody maximalist shelves, or anyone drawn to dark, earthy vintage ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProps shown in styled photos are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Occupied Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67518694031559,"sku":"H-0073","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7028\/5255\/files\/oddly-darling-vintage-occupied-japan-porcelain-vase_3568a54e-f371-4f49-ade9-abda8847d94f.jpg?v=1791132146"},{"product_id":"vintage-decorative-porcelain-lidded-tea-bowl","title":"Vintage Japanese Lidded Tea Cup | Kutani Style Red \u0026 Gold Peacock and Peonies | Porcelain | 3\" | Very Good","description":"\u003cp\u003eA lid to keep your tea warm while the peacock shows off. This vintage Japanese \u003cstrong\u003eporcelain lidded tea cup\u003c\/strong\u003e is decorated in the Kutani style, with a finely drawn peacock and big blooming peonies in iron red, picked out in gold, against a soft cloud of gold on a pale blue-white glaze. The matching lid has more peonies, a gold rim and a gold-topped knob.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inside is plain glazed porcelain with a gold line at the rim, and the base has a hand-painted red mark inside the foot. Cups like this were made for green tea, with the lid keeping the tea warm. It also makes a pretty little covered dish for rings or trinkets, or a lovely display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks. There is light wear to the gold. Hand wash only; because of the gold, please do not microwave or put in the dishwasher. Please see all photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Ceramic (porcelain) with gold accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors: iron red and gold on pale blue-white\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: about 3.1\" tall with the lid x 2.9\" across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePieces: cup and lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark: hand-painted red mark on the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: hand wash only; not microwave or dishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Very good, no chips or cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStyling props shown in photos are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oddly Darling Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67818288152775,"sku":"H-0116","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7028\/5255\/files\/oddly-darling-vintage-porcelain-peacock-tea-bowl.jpg?v=1791172479"},{"product_id":"vintage-japan-lusterware-wall-pocket-moriage-phoenix-bird","title":"Vintage Japan Lusterware Wall Pocket | Moriage Phoenix Bird on Branch | Blue \u0026 Peach Luster | Hand-Painted Porcelain | 7.75\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eA very fancy bird who has been hanging on the wall for decades and has never once been asked to hold anything heavier than a few flowers. She's fine with that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese lusterware wall pocket\u003c\/strong\u003e features a long-tailed \u003cstrong\u003ephoenix bird\u003c\/strong\u003e perched on a dark branch among white blossoms. The bird is done in raised \u003cstrong\u003emoriage\u003c\/strong\u003e slip trailing, with dotted gold scales and cobalt, orange and green feathers outlined in white, so you can actually feel the design. The top is a soft matte blue, and the body has a shimmering peach luster glaze. The back is stamped with a red floral mark and \u003cstrong\u003eJapan\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a molded hanging hole sits at the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWall pockets like this were made in Japan for export and sold in dime stores across America. Hang it by the door with dried flowers, a trailing plant or a few pens, or add it to a wall pocket collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart a wall pocket wall: she'd hang nicely next to our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-ceramic-owl-wall-pocket-vase\"\u003eowl wall pocket\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-ceramic-parrot-wall-pocket-planter\"\u003eparrot wall pocket\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-ceramic-cat-wall-pocket-planter\"\u003epink cat wall pocket\u003c\/a\u003e. Yes, the cat is also watching the birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good vintage condition with no cracks seen. There is wear to the dark painted rim, a few small specks and spots in the glaze, and light wear to the luster along the back edges. Please see all photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: porcelain with moriage (raised slip) decoration and luster glaze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: phoenix bird on a blossoming branch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: about 7.75\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked: red floral mark, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHanging: molded hole on the back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Good; rim wear, small glaze specks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of a kind. We only have this one, so when it's gone, it's gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProps shown in styled photos are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oddly Darling Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67909853053127,"sku":"H-0142","price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7028\/5255\/files\/oddly-darling-vintage-ceramic-bird-wall-pocket.jpg?v=1791934962"},{"product_id":"vintage-hand-painted-cat-motif-ceramic-ashtray-set","title":"Vintage Hand Painted Japan Lusterware Cat Ashtrays | Pair | Kittens with Beach Ball \u0026 Yarn | Gold Trim | 1930s Style","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo pairs of kittens, two very important jobs: one team handles the beach ball, the other handles the yarn. Nobody handles the dishes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA sweet matched pair of \u003cstrong\u003ehand-painted Japanese lusterware ashtrays\u003c\/strong\u003e, each with a little vignette of cats at play. In one, a blue cat and a ginger tabby wrestle over a striped beach ball on a peach luster ground. In the other, two fluffy white kittens with red bows tumble after a ball of yarn on a lavender-blue luster ground. Both have bright gold rims and rests, and the outsides are glazed in cheerful green on one and sunny yellow on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach is marked \u003cstrong\u003e\"Hand Painted Japan\"\u003c\/strong\u003e in red with a leafy wreath on the base. Lusterware like this was made in Japan for export to America, most famously in the 1920s and 1930s, and these have that same playful, iridescent charm. Curious what that mark tells you? Read our guide, \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/how-to-date-japanese-porcelain-marks-nippon-occupied-japan\"\u003eHow to Date Japanese Porcelain by Its Mark\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoking not required. They make perfect ring dishes, earring catch-alls, or tiny homes for a single succulent cutting, and a lovely little gift for anyone who would rather look at cats than at anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain with luster glaze and gold trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Hand Painted Japan\" with wreath, in red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 ashtrays, sold together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 3.25\" square each (see ruler photo)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peach, lavender-blue, white, gold, green and yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage. Light gold wear on the rims and rests, a few small glaze flaws and some unglazed rough spots on the bases from the kiln. No chips or cracks seen. Please see all photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair them with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-ceramic-cat-wall-pocket-planter\"\u003epink cat wall pocket\u003c\/a\u003e for a full cat-lady corner, or with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-art-deco-green-onyx-pin-tray-arched-black-cat\"\u003egreen onyx black cat pin tray\u003c\/a\u003e for a dresser that's purr-fectly organized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one pair available — when they're gone, they're gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProps shown in styled photos are not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oddly Darling Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67916376998087,"sku":"H-0161","price":41.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/7028\/5255\/files\/oddly-darling-vintage-cat-ceramic-trinket-dishes_804f1bc1-3113-4b10-a31c-4a12f2ae16a6.jpg?v=1791991782"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.oddlydarlingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-japanese-porcelain-lusterware.oembed","provider":"Oddly Darling Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}