Modern Japanese Pottery and Porcelain Marks (窯印) KUTANI YAKI (九谷焼き)Ceramics of Ishikawa Prefecture


Antiques Atlas Antique Japanese Porcelain Kutani Vase Circa1885

Kutani porcelain is a beautiful and timeless material that has captured the hearts of antique collectors and enthusiasts around the world. Its rich history, bold designs, vibrant colors, and intricate detailing make it a unique and valuable addition to any collection. By following the tips for collecting and caring for Kutani porcelain outlined.


Modern Japanese Pottery and Porcelain Marks (窯印) KUTANI YAKI (九谷焼き)Ceramics of Ishikawa Prefecture

"Kutani porcelain marks" are the distinctive signatures left by the artists. These marks identify the artist and give info about the piece, such as age, origin, and style. Kutani porcelain originated in Japan during the Edo period (17th century). Craftsmen from Kutani were known for their attention to detail and artistic skills.


Kutani porcelain teapot, marked 'Kutani Tsukuru' Japan late 19th century (Meiji period

c.1903. 1939. Porcelain manufacturer at the Blyth Works, Longton , Stoke-on-Trent, England. Around 1903 the Dresden Porcelain Co. was renamed Blyth Porcelain Co. The business continued to be owned by the Forester family. The business was incorporated as a Limited company in 1904 and was run by H. Victor Forester, the youngest son of Thomas.


Modern Japanese Pottery and Porcelain Marks (窯印) KUTANI YAKI (九谷焼き)Ceramics of Ishikawa Prefecture

Marking within a square, or kaku mark: This is oftentimes indicative of Kutani porcelain, which alone covers five eras. Kanji resembling a "pi" symbol over a house: This .is a generic mark, but it's also related to Kutani porcelain. Crossed Chinese and Japanese flag with Turkish moon mark: 19th century A. A. Vantine & Co.


Kutani Kasen Mark

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Modern Japanese Pottery and Porcelain Marks (窯印) KUTANI YAKI (九谷焼き)Ceramics of Ishikawa Prefecture

There is always at the minimum the Kutani mark - 九谷- . This mark is often combined with -大日本 - Dai Nippon (Great Japan) or with - 日本 - Nihon (Japan). The mark Kaga no Kuni - 加賀国 - or Kaga Kutani - 加賀 九谷 - can be also found. In fact up to Meiji period Kutani ceramics were only known under the name of Kaga ceramics.


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It is a style of Japanese pottery that dates back to the 16th century. The artist behind this tradition is Raku Chojiro, who is considered the founder of this style. He was an influential figure in the tea ceremony in Japan. His work included both ceramics and porcelain. Raku ceramic Chawan bowl made by Wild Clay Works VIEW SHOP SHIGARAKI


Modern Japanese Pottery and Porcelain Marks (窯印) KUTANI YAKI (九谷焼き)Ceramics of Ishikawa Prefecture

Modern Japanese Pottery and Porcelain Marks (窯印): KUTANI YAKI (九谷焼き)-Ceramics of Ishikawa Prefecture You are invited to come along with me as I learn about Japanese ceramics. I will share what I learn about the kilns, history, terminology, potters, decorators, styles, and marks. This is a work in progress.


Eiraku Kutani MARK

Nowadays, pottery production is mechanized in the world, but most Kutani ware is still made by hand. The amount of time and effort put into each piece is astonishing. The production process of Kutani ware can be divided into 4 main steps: 1. Preparing. The pottery stone (or pottery clay) is mined and grounded into powder.


Lot Japanese Kutani Porcelain Bowl

To help you find your way among the many different Japanese porcelain marks there are, here is an initial screening section. Below, you will find the most common marks that are most likely to appear on Japanese porcelain or pottery.


Blue ginsai vase Kutani Soshu MARK

Kutani ware (九谷焼, Kutani-yaki) is a style of Japanese porcelain traditionally supposed to be from Kutani, now a part of Kaga, Ishikawa, in the former Kaga Province. [1] It is divided into two phases: Ko-Kutani (old Kutani), from the 17th and early 18th centuries, and Saikō-Kutani from the revived production in the 19th century.


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This page lists some of the many maker's marks found on antique Japanese porcelain and ceramic objects including Arita porcelain, Kutani porcelain, Seto porcelain, Satsuma pottery and others. Listed are also some modern Japanese porcelain marks. We regularly update this page. Last updated: December 2023 Need more help?


Early Kutani export ware with generic Kutani mark. This is probably a mayonnaise set.

Marks on Kutani porelain A while back John Wocher, a long time Moderator of the Gotheborg Discussion Board, commented on Kutani marks: First of all, ceramic artists like physicians, have incredibly poor penmanship, and a great number of markings remain illegible.


Generic MARK mid 20th century

The marks are normally read from top to bottom, and right to left. Signatures are usually followed by a suffix, for example Sei, tsukuru or saku all meaning "made", or Ga, Dzu or Fude meaning "painted" or "drawn". Then there are place names, Satsuma, Kutani, Seto etc.


Blue ginsai vase Kutani Soshu MARK

Kutani is an ancient place where pottery was made in 1655. Since this is the place where Kutani art originated, every piece is marked with the Kutani symbol. No one factory or manufacturer marks these Kutani pieces with their own symbols. Artists who were experts with the Kutani style of porcelain decoration often moved around Japan.


Araki Eizan Mark

Kutani ware is a style of Japanese porcelain that originated in and near Kutani, now part of Kaga, Ishikawa in the former Kaga Province. Kutani is located on the northwest coast of Japan. Stoneware production in the region dated back to the 12th century Kutani ware divides into two distinct periods.