Japanese pottery is famous for its 19th Century prewar style.
When you purchase a piece with this particular type of design, it's almost like being part of the country that was untouched by Western influence.
In other words, if you're looking for something exotic in your home, nothing can get more exotic but remain classy than a piece of Japanese pottery.
However, authentic antique Japanese pottery from this period can cost you an arm and a leg.
This is the reason why it's necessary for you to learn how to shop for good replica pieces of this artifact.
Know your period The best way to shop for good replicas is to know the period that the piece came from.
As in other art forms, Japanese pottery from the 19th century shares certain characteristics with one another.
You can take this down, and compare it with the ceramic piece you've been eyeing at your local pottery store.
You don't have to look for a particular piece that shares the same qualities as the Japanese pottery featured in your antique store.
You just need the replica to share certain qualities, like the glaze, or the specific design that's imprinted onto the surface.
Unless your friends are actually antique pottery collectors, you only have one thing to keep in mind when you're shopping for Japanese poetry.
You just need to make sure that it fits well with the rest of your furnishings.
Bargaining powers As usual, even though you're not shopping for the original which could cost ten times more, you should always use your bargaining powers when you shop for Japanese pottery.
Especially if you're buying things in bulk, don't take out your cash just yet.
When you make price inquiries, always ask for the last price for check or credit card payments.
Once the shop representative gives you the last price for these payments, you can haggle later on for immediate cash-for-item exchanges.