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Japanese Pottery

Description Green glaze vase, three toads playing musical instruments, 7" X 7" X 3"
Category Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium ceramic
Distinguishing marks Japan "K"
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 7" X 7" X 3"
Date Period 1920?
History Given to me by friend, her husband bought it overseas
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Compenstine 🌱 Newbie 11 years ago

I know a lot sources for marks. This is all I could find on this mark. It is not an exact match but it is close enough to say it was that same maker.

http://www.gotheborg.com/marks/bild/877_fullsize.jpg

Source: http://www.gotheborg.com/marks/20thcenturyjapan.shtml

877. Mark: "K", "Hand painted Japan", ( unknown ) K could possible stand for Kyoto. Tentative date: 1920-40

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