Narumi Appraisal

Narumi Bone China Fish-Shaped Serving Platter

This is an elegant white bone china serving platter by Narumi, crafted in the anatomically suggestive silhouette of a large fish, likely a trout or salmon. The piece is distinguished by its high-gloss, pristine white vitreous glaze which is characteristic of Narumi’s premium bone china production. The platter features subtle, low-relief molded details including a defined gill plate, dorsal and ventral fins, and a textured caudal (tail) fin with linear ridges. The body of the platter is gently concave, providing a functional well for serving whole fish or assorted hors d'oeuvres. Based on the manufacturer's pedigree, the item exhibits excellent translucent properties and a delicate ringing sound when tapped. The condition is reported as unused with the original box, and the visual evidence shows no chips, cracks, crazing, or utensil marks. The underside—though not visible—would typically carry the Narumi stamp indicating its Japanese origin and material composition. This contemporary piece represents a sophisticated fusion of organic form with high-end ceramic craftsmanship, likely dating to the late 20th to early 21st century.