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2 (Lu. 2006: 215-220) 3 (Lu, et al. 2008: 97-101)
Fig. 8.5 Japanese Hizen ware discovered in Taiwan

The archaeological artifacts of Hizen blue and white porcelains found at Tainan,
in southern Taiwan and Pen-hu archipelago include bowls, dishes and bottles with
various decorations, all dated to the second half of the seventeenth century
(Fig. 8.5-1). Among these works, “Kraak style” Hizen dish is one of the most
typical trade porcelains for western markets (Fig. 8.5-2, 3; Lu 2006: 215–220; Lu
et al. 2008: 97–101). The same kind of dishes can be found both in Taiwan and