Noritake : Jewel of the Orient [Hardcover]

Dale Frederiksen (Author), Bob Page (Author), Dean Six (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 188997711X | ISBN-13: 978-1889977119 | Publication Date: April 13, 2001

Noritake: Jewel of the Orient is the most complete book ever published on Noritake dinnerware. The book takes you on an historical journey beginning with Morimura Brothers, Inc. in 1876; continuing through Nippon Toki Kabushiki Kaisha, Ltd. in 1904; the post World War II "Occupied Japan" period of Rose China; and the eventual renaming to Noritake Company in the 1980s.

The focus of this book is on Noritake china released prior to 1960, with special emphasis on patterns made popular as catalog premiums by Larkin (a competitor of Sears, Roebuck & Co.). These include the patterns Azalea, Tree in the Meadow, and Pattern #175 (White and Gold). Period ads, digital photos, lists and illustrations show the wide variety of piece types created. Sections on lusterware, giftware, pattern shapes, and backstamps are also included. There are more than 3,000 full color digital photographs here, along with an easy to use pattern finding system.

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About the Author

Bob Page is the founder and CEO of Replacements, Ltd., the world's largest retailer of old & new china, crystal, silver and collectibles. He has managed to spin his flea market hobby into a $70 million per year business that deals in more than 125,000 patterns. Dale Frederiksen, Page's partner, enjoys frequent buying trips to research undocumented tableware patterns. Page and Frederiksen also love spending time with their recently adopted twin boys, Owen and Ryan.

Dean Six has written and lectured widely on American Glass organizations, and he is active in a number of national glass organizations. He has collaborated on other Page/Frederiksen publications such as A Collection of American Crystal, Seneca Glass Company, and Franciscan: An American Dinnerware Tradition.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 321 pages
• Publisher: Replacements Ltd (April 13, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 188997711X
• ISBN-13: 978-1889977119
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,199,379 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A treasure trove of information for Noritake lovers, September 7, 2001

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K. Corn "reviewer" (midwest, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Noritake : Jewel of the Orient (Hardcover)

This is one of the most complete sources of information on Noritake I've come across, featuring full-color photos (with enlargements of pattern details) of many, many Noritake patterns as well as an up-to-date price list. Potential buyers should be aware that the focus is on patterns made before 1960. There are specific chapters on the Azalea Pattern, scalloped and multisided patterns, backstamps and a detailed bibliography (for those who want to do more research), glossary, an explanation of how to find specific patterns, etc. The historical info, while not lengthy, is clear and sufficient to satisfy all but the most obsessive collector. I learned quite a bit that I didn't know before and found many, many patterns which I'd seen online and at auctions but hadn't been able to locate elsewhere. It was an extra pleasure looking at the photos of actual ads, including those from Morimura Brothers (a company whose success at matching Japanese production with American designs led directly to the birth of Noritake). This book was an absolute delight to read and one I plan to use again and again.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A treasure trove of information for Noritake lovers, September 7, 2001

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K. Corn "reviewer" (midwest, United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Noritake : Jewel of the Orient (Hardcover)

This is one of the most complete sources of information on Noritake I've come across, featuring full-color photos (with enlargements of pattern details) of many, many Noritake patterns as well as an up-to-date price list. Potential buyers should be aware that the focus is on patterns made before 1960. There are specific chapters on the Azalea Pattern, scalloped and multisided patterns, backstamps and a detailed bibliography (for those who want to do more research), glossary, an explanation of how to find specific patterns, etc. The historical info, while not lengthy, is clear and sufficient to satisfy all but the most obsessive collector. I learned quite a bit that I didn't know before and found many, many patterns which I'd seen online and at auctions but hadn't been able to locate elsewhere. It was an extra pleasure looking at the photos of actual ads, including those from Morimura Brothers (a company whose success at matching Japanese production with American designs led directly to the birth of Noritake). This book was an absolute delight to read and one I plan to use again and again.

4.0 out of 5 stars Very comprehensive and informative, October 17, 2011

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oklahoma garden gal (Tulsa, OK) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Noritake : Jewel of the Orient (Hardcover)

I love to garage sale and estate sale and find a lot of Noritake so decided to learn more. You would just not believe how many patterns there are! Very interesting and now I can be a more informed shopper. The price guide is very helpful as well.