Skip to main content
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 7

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Plate Goto

About the Item

An antique Japanese, probably Goto school, enamel over copper charger plate. The exterior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome image of ducks flying over a pond with blossoming flowers and plants on a turquoise ground made in the Cloisonne technique. The border features traditional foliage, floral, and scrollwork motifs. The backside is decorated with a swirl ornament, and an image of a flower made in the Cloisonne technique. Unmarked. Circa: 1880 Shōzaburō Gotō was a skilled Japanese artisan who began his work in the Nagoya area before relocating to the international trading hub of Yokohama around 1872–1874. Known for producing high-quality cloisonné enamel pieces, he gained recognition by winning 4th prize at the 1877 First Japan Domestic Exhibition in Tokyo. His reputation grew, securing 1st prize at the 1881 Second Japan Domestic Exhibition and earning a medal at the 1893 Chicago World’s Columbian Exposition. Today, examples of his exquisite craftsmanship can be found in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. SIGNS OF WEAR AND AGE. REFER TO PHOTOS. OVERALL D 12 IN. ALL MEASUREMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Diameter: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Enamel,Cloissoné
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7386237661922

More From This Seller

View All
Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Plate
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji era enamel over copper charger plate. The exterior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome scene with an eagle standing on a rock and cranes flying over w...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Meiji Era Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Plate
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese, Meiji era, enamel plate or charger. The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome enamel image of a butterflies, blossoming flowers surrounded by tradit...
Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Flying Geese Enamel Plate Goto
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese late Meiji era decorative enamel over copper plate or charger. Attributed to Goto The interior of the plate is adorned with a polychrome design of flying geese ...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Enamel Tea Pot
Located in New York, NY
A Japanese covered tripod enamel over metal tea pot. Circa: the first half of the 20th century. The tea pot is enameled with polychrome medallions with flowers, butterflies, and a Ph...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Metal

Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger Plate
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese, late Meiji era, enamel over copper charger plate. The plate is adorned with a polychrome scene with a rooster and a chicken on a pond with blossoming flowers and...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Covered Jar with Butterflies Goto
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese gilt copper lidded jar with cloisonne enamel design. Large Antique Meiji Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Covered Jar with Butterflies...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Copper

You May Also Like

Large Pair of Meiji Period Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Vases Attributed to Goto
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of Meiji Period Japanese cloisonne enamel vases attributed to Goto Seizaburo, 19th century. These vases were made during the Meiji period (1868-1912) in Japan and are characterized by their blue enamel background with intricate designs of flowers, birds (including pigeons), butterflies and landscapes. The use of blue enamel as a background creates a striking contrast with the colorful designs, making these vases particularly visually appealing which are appreciated for their beauty, craftsmanship, and cultural significance. Goto Seizaburo (1852-1914) was a renowned Japanese cloisonne enamel artist...
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

A Fine Pair of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Wisteria Vases. Meiji Era
Located in London, GB
A FINE PAIR OF JAPANESE CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASES. Meiji Period (1868-1912). Worked in silver wire of varying gauge with a continuous design depicting birds perched among leafy bra...
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Pair Of Japanese Meiji Era Cloisonne Vases
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of Japanese cloisonné vases with fine traditional form decorated with dragons and demons, geometric motifs and floral bands. Dimensions: 5" W x 12" H Condition: Please see detai...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Meiji Vases Petite Pair
Located in Savannah, GA
This colorful striking pair of antique Japanese bronze vases from the Meiji period are decorated with enamel using the cloisonne technique. Two matched vases with a relief pattern of...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1880) Cloisonné Vase Phoenix & Dragon 8”
Located in Portland, OR
Available from Shogun's Gallery in Portland, Oregon for over 40 years specializing in Asian Arts & Antiques. This is a beautiful Japanese Meiji era (c. 1870-90's) ornate cloisonné v...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Floral Enameled Cloisonne Charger C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Japanese Meiji Floral Enameled Cloisonne Charger C1920 Measures - 1 1/4" x 9 1/2" x 9 1/2"
Category

Early 20th Century Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Recently Viewed

View All