A vintage set of 2 white porcelain butterfly trinket dishes made in Japan.

Description

View A vintage set of 2 white porcelain butterfly trinket dishes made in Japan. with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. During the mid-20th century, Japanese ceramic manufacturers produced an extensive array of novelty tableware and decorative porcelain for export to Western markets. During the mid-20th century, Japanese ceramic manufacturers produced an extensive array of novelty tableware and decorative porcelain for export to Western markets. Companies like OMC (Otagiri Mercantile Company) became well known for distributing charming animal and nature-themed home accessories that appealed to mid-century aesthetic tastes. These items were typically slip-cast and finished with a bright white glaze, designed to serve as both functional trinket trays and decorative accents. Butterfly motifs enjoyed enduring popularity in home decor throughout the post-war era, symbolizing transformation and lightness in interior styling. Such small dishes were frequently utilized on vanities, dressing tables, or entry consoles for holding small jewelry and daily accessories. Today, these vintage export pieces are collected as nostalgic examples of mid-century decorative craftsmanship. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Decorative Collectibles › Boxes, Jars & Tins. Brand: Unbranded.

Shape

Butterfly

Occasion

All Occasions

Size

Small

Color

White

Material

Porcelain

Subject

Butterfly

Brand

Unbranded

Type

Trinket Box

Department

Adults

Care Instructions

Clean with Damp Cloth

Era

Mid 20th Century (1941-1969)

Customized

No

Packaging

Unboxed

Original/Reproduction

Original

Style

Art Deco

Features

Hanging

Production Technique

Batch Production

Room

Any Room

Engraved

No

Country of Origin

Japan