Serving Platter, Sone China Son70, Asian Floral Multicolor, Platinum Rim, Japan, Vintage 1955–60s, 16"

Sixteen inches of Sone China is a statement — and this one earns it.

Sone, based in Nagoya, Japan, survived the postwar years to become one of the more prolific fine china producers in the international market, eventually producing over 300 patterns. Most were never formally named, and Son70 is no exception. What it lacks in a name it makes up for in presence: white porcelain covered in colorful oriental-style blooms in pink, red, yellow, and blue, with stems and leaves ranging through green, aqua, yellow, and brown — finished with a platinum rim in perfect condition. Large and heavy; please factor into shipping. One minor factory flaw (photographed) is essentially invisible to the eye and inherent to the production process.

A showstopping platter for a generous buffet, a gift for the maximalist entertainer, or a statement piece for the collector who appreciates the breadth of mid-century Japanese export china.

• Maker: Sone China, Nagoya, Japan
• Pattern: Son70 (unnamed)
• Era: 1955–1960s
• Materials: Porcelain with platinum rim
• Dimensions: 16" long × 12" wide
• Condition: Very good vintage. One minor factory flaw (photographed); no chips, cracks, or scratches; platinum rim perfect.