- Tags Marks Hallmarks:
- L. Straus & Sons, New York
- Pattern:
- Red & Gold Band, Geisha Girls, River Scene
- Material:
- Porcelain
- Type or Style:
- Plate
- Circa:
- Early-to-mid 20th century
- Item Width:
- 10 in
- Condition Notes:
- Excellent vintage condition
Rare antique Japanese hand-painted porcelain plate, richly decorated with geisha, temples, and Mount Fuji in traditional Kutani / Satsuma style with gilt accents. Specially made for the historic Hotel Astor, New York, imported by L. Straus & Sons. A collectible piece of early 20th-century hotel porcelain and Japanese export art, perfect for display or antique collections.
This rare antique Japanese hand-painted porcelain plate depicts a scenic landscape with geisha in colorful kimonos, cherry blossoms, temples, and Mount Fuji. The design is highlighted with gilded details, typical of Kutani / Satsuma export ware.
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Origin: Japan, early-to-mid 20th century
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Maker/Importer: L. Straus & Sons, New York
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Made For: Hotel Astor, NYC (operated 1904–1967)
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Style: Kutani / Satsuma, hand-painted with gilt
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Material: Porcelain
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Diameter: 10"
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Marking: “Japan – Made for Hotel Astor – L. Straus & Sons, New York”
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition – vibrant colors, gilt intact, minimal wear consistent with age.
This plate is a rare piece of both Japanese export porcelain and American hotel history, making it highly collectible.
