Japan ceramic horse

Nippon porcelai

n refers to Japanese-made ceramics produced between 1891 and 1921, when the McKinley Tariff Act required that all imported goods from Japan be marked with their country of origin. Many of these pieces were decorative items, including figurines, tableware, and vases, often characterized by intricate hand-painted designs and high-quality glazes. The "Old Japan" sticker, sometimes found on later pieces, indicates a post-1921 production but still within the traditional Japanese porcelain manufacturing style. Porcelain figurines of animals, particularly horses, have been popular collectibles for decades, appealing to both animal lovers and collectors of decorative arts. These pieces were often produced by various Japanese factories, and while some are unmarked, others bear specific factory marks or importer labels. The value of these figurines can vary widely based on maker, rarity, condition, and artistic merit, with many mid-20th-century pieces being sought after for their nostalgic appeal and craftsmanship.