Imari, Satsuma and Other Japanese Export Ceramics

Japanese export ceramics, including Imari, Satsuma, Fukagawa, Sumida, and Banko wares, are showcased in hundreds of variations created by skilled decorators. Imari, Satsuma and Other Japanese Export Ceramics highlights the fascinating history of Japan’s ceramics in the West, from the late 19th century to today. Featuring colorful Imari porcelain, Fukagawa porcelain, and delicately hued Satsuma earthenware, this updated edition offers a comprehensive look at the many unique variations produced for export. Detailed in 600 full-color photographs, this guide explores the best-known Japanese exports, with added references to early Imari wares from around 1700, and newer wares such as Sumida and Banko. The book provides a clear look at makers' and decorators' marks, design variations, and hard-to-find pieces, making it an invaluable reference for collectors, historians, and enthusiasts of Japanese ceramics. Key Features: • 600 color photographs showcasing the best of Japanese export ceramics • Updated values reference and expanded coverage of early Imari wares • Includes Imari, Satsuma, Fukagawa, Sumida, and Banko wares • Highlights makers' and decorators' marks and design variations • Ideal for collectors, curators, and ceramic enthusiasts For collectors and fans of Japanese ceramics, Imari, Satsuma and Other Japanese Export Ceramics offers in-depth insights into the rich world of 19th and 20th-century Japanese porcelain and pottery.