Japanese porcelain vase with chrysanthemum floral design

This Japanese porcelain vase dates from the mid-20th century, likely 1950s-1970s, during a period when Japan was producing decorative ceramics for export to Western markets. The vase features traditional Japanese motifs of chrysanthemums in vibrant red, white, and green colors against a cream-colored crackle glaze background.

Such decorative vases were popular home decor items during the post-war period when interest in Asian aesthetics was growing in American and European homes. Collectors of mid-century Japanese ceramics and those interested in Asian decorative arts particularly value these pieces for their distinctive style, craftsmanship, and representation of Japanese artistic traditions adapted for Western tastes.
Small rust mark on the back bottom but is not noticeable from the front.