The term 'Japanware' is used to describe objects which have been finished and decorated in a particular way. A 'Japan' finish can be created on lots of different materials. 'Japanning' means the finished, decorative surface and not the article itself.

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Useful Links

  1. Bantock House
    A Museum in Wolverhampton housed in a beautiful historic house with a strong Japanware collection from across the midlands.


  2. Cyfarthfa Castle Museum
    Merthyr Tydfil's local history museum, with a fine collection of artefacts from the last century.


  3. National Museum Cardiff
    National Museum of Wales, based in Cardiff with a strong Japanware collection under its arts section.


  4. Newport Museum And Art Gallery
    City Museum with fine local history collections including examples of locally produced Japanware.


  5. Pontypool Museum
    Museum housing local history collections and fine Japanware displays.


  6. Torfaen County Borough Council
    Local Authority covering the Pontypool area. Look here for information about the local area including Pontypool town.


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