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This listing is for a reasonably large Mino-ware plate made around 20 years ago. The front is decorated with koi fish and it is white underneath.  The koi were most likely created using a stencil or transfer, they are not hand painted.  This kind of plate is usually for serving sashimi, it would also make a lovely display item.  These plates are never stamped on the back in Japan, however I have seen them marked as Toyo Japan and Sun Ceramics Japan for the international market.  

Mino-ware refers to pottery produced in what was formerly the old Mino Province, which is modern day Gifu Prefecture. Early examples of Mino-ware were predominantly ash-glazed stoneware pieces. Later however the use of the potter’s wheel, as well as a greater variety of glazes, began to characterize what is often thought to ideally represent Mino pottery today. Larger production kilns like Kozangama in Gifu Prefecture produce wares similar to Imari and Arita-ware. Various other kilns specialize in producing budget priced tableware, along with high end wares for various brand name stores and franchises around the country such as Tachikichi in Kyoto.                                                   

Size

H.3.4cm (1.3”) x Dia.31.1cm (12.2”)                                                                                         

Condition

It is in very good condition with no chips or cracks.                                                              

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**Central Asia, Middle East, South Africa, Brazil, Mexico:  EMS Express 10-15 days.

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