Made in Japan 3D Sailing Ship Wall Plate 1950s to 1960s Raised Porcelain

This Made in Japan 3D sailing ship wall plate is a mid century porcelain display plate from the 1950s to 1960s with a deeply raised maritime scene.

The bright blue sky, rolling whitecap waves, black linework, and dimensional sails give the Japanese porcelain sailing ship plate the graphic coastal look associated with mid century nautical wall decor.

Details

  • Item: sailing ship decorative wall plate
  • Item Type: raised relief porcelain display plate
  • Era: 1950s to 1960s
  • Materials: glazed porcelain
  • Color: sky blue, deep blue, white, black, brown, cream, and green
  • Maker and Mark: original sticker reads MADE IN JAPAN. No manufacturer name is visible.
  • Pattern or Model: sailing ship or galleon maritime scene. Specific pattern or model name not confirmed from photos.
  • Style: mid century Japanese nautical wall decor
  • Dimensions: not confirmed from photos, add if known. Product weight is 11 oz.
  • Special Features: dimensional raised sails and ship details, hand finished glazed decoration, original MADE IN JAPAN sticker, and hanging string attached on reverse

Condition Grade: Very Good

Positives

  • Graded Very Good: The plate is sound and attractive with light signs of age.
  • The rim feels smooth with no chips or cracks reported.
  • The raised sails, masts, hull, and wave details remain intact.
  • The original MADE IN JAPAN paper sticker remains attached to the reverse.
  • The hanging string is still present for wall display.

Issues / Wear

  • Light surface and foot ring wear are visible on the reverse from age and display.
  • Minor variation and small marks are visible within the hand finished glaze and painted decoration.

Collector's Notes

Dimensional ceramic wall plates were among the decorative wares exported from Japan during the postwar mid century period, with nautical subjects fitting the era's interest in coastal and maritime interiors.

This one suits a collector of Japanese export ceramics, sailing ship imagery, or vintage coastal wall pieces.

This Made in Japan porcelain plate has deeply raised sails and its original sticker still on the back, and it suits a coastal or nautical wall. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.

  • Near Fine: Close to new. Any flaw is small and named above.
  • Very Good: Light use. Every flaw is named above, and none of them get in the way of reading or display.
  • Good: Complete and usable, with clear signs of use. Every flaw is named above.
  • Fair: Heavy wear or damage, named above. A reading or working copy, not a display piece.

Every item is honestly described and carefully packed. These are vintage pieces, so light age-related wear comes with them. I show and describe what I see so you know what to expect.

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