Tokanabe

In the following article, we will explore in detail Tokanabe, a relevant topic that has captured the attention of experts and the general public. Over the years, Tokanabe has been the subject of debate, study and analysis, generating endless research and conflicting opinions. Its importance and impact on modern society make it a topic worthy of exploration and reflection. Through this article, we will seek to further understand what Tokanabe is, what its implications are and how it can influence various aspects of our daily lives.


Picture of a "tokonabe" from the 1928 Sears, Roebuck and Co. Fall Catalog

Tokanabe was mold-pressed pottery, made in Japan for the US market in the 1920s and 30s. It was distributed by the Sears Company in their catalogs between 1929 and 1930.

No information is available on specific potters, painters, or manufacturers.

Characteristics

Tokanabe ware was typically black with a stippled texture and hand-painted raised relief designs. Some pieces were also produced in brown, gold or orange. It was stamped Nippon until 1921, when the US Congress passed legislation requiring all products manufactured in Japan for export to the United States to be marked Made in Japan.

Range

Products ranged from incense burners to bowls and vases, including standing and wall vases.

References

  1. ^ Roebuck and Co, Sears (1929). Sears, Roebuck and Co. : Catalog No. 157N : Fall 1928. Sears, Roebuck and Co. p. 445.