{"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":"\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\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\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bisqueware pottery with paint-over-bisque decoration\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. Many collectors appreciate this as part of the authentic patina of pre-war Japanese pottery.\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, not a flaw. 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, use him as a quirky bud vase, 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","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","url":"https:\/\/www.oddlydarlingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-ceramic-bird-figural-pitcher-vase","provider":"Oddly Darling Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}