19th Century Japonese Imari Platter Charger
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Platter charger. 11.8 inches diameter.
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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
Meiji Dinner Plates
MEIJI STYLE
From 1868 to 1912, Emperor Mutsuhito oversaw an era of transformation in Japan. Formerly a country of feudalism and isolation, Japan entered an age of modernization influenced by newly established trade and exchange with the West. The Meiji period, or period of “enlightened rule,” also saw the global impact of the East Asian country’s culture. Japanese Meiji furniture was exhibited at expositions from Paris to San Francisco and created for export.
Prior to the Meiji era, furniture was mostly made by commission for the ruling class; now there were new domestic and international markets. European styles like Japonisme appropriated Japanese design while craftsmen in places like Wales and England employed japanning, a varnishing technique that approximated the appearance of lacquer for the surfaces of furnishings.
Meiji furniture made for Japanese homes and buildings constructed in Western styles resulted in taller tables, chairs, cabinets with large drawers and other features. The government invested in areas such as transportation and communication, and because people could freely choose occupations after the restrictions of feudalism, industries of various types were energized by expressive new ideas during those years. Art schools were formed and, for the first time, design was an area of study in the country, leading to the evolution of professional design as a career by the 1890s.
The work of Japanese designers was transmitted widely through lavishly illustrated pattern books that included designs for screens and lacquerware for the home. While screens today may be of use as decorative accents or partitions to ensure privacy in one’s space, Japanese screens were adorned with paintings and were featured in performing arts such as concerts, tea ceremonies and more. The color illustrations that characterize Meiji woodblock prints, a genre of Japanese art that grew out of 17th-century developments in printing and book publishing, depicted the sweeping changes that the era brought to East Asia.
Although it was a time of societal and cultural shifts, a bolstered interest in art and design elevated Japanese craft traditions. From colorful porcelain table lamps with silk shades and hardwood tables decorated with dark lacquer to cabinets featuring iron hardware and inlaid with mother-of-pearl, Meiji furniture showcased Japan’s artistic heritage to the world.
Find a collection of antique Japanese Meiji period case pieces and storage cabinets, decorative objects, wall decorations and more furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Meiji
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate. 8.5 inches diameter.
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Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate. 8.5 inches diameter.
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Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate
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19th Century Japonese Imari Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate. 8.5 inches diameter.
Category
1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
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Located in Austin, TX
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Located in Austin, TX
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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
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Porcelain
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19th Century Japonese Imari Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate. 8.5 inches diameter.
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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
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Located in Worcester Park, GB
A fine example of Japanese Imari porcelain, this plate likely dates to the Meiji period and reflects the artistry and craftsmanship that made Imari ware so prized worldwide. Originating in the kilns of Arita and shipped through the port of Imari, these porcelains became synonymous with elegance, rich design, and cultural exchange between Japan and the West. Design: This plate features a scalloped edge and is richly decorated in cobalt blue and white with a detailed tableau of peacocks, birds, flowering trees, and foliage—motifs deeply symbolic in Japanese art, representing beauty, longevity, and renewal. The balance of naturalistic detail and decorative flourish is characteristic of Imari porcelain of the late 19th century. Era: Given its style and subject matter, this piece can be attributed to the late 19th to early 20th century, during Japan’s Meiji era, a period when traditional craftsmanship flourished alongside modernization. Why Collectors Value It: Exemplifies the refined artistry of Japanese porcelain during a culturally transformative period. Features timeless natural motifs that resonate with both collectors and decorators. A versatile piece—equally striking as a display plate, wall mount, or part of a larger Imari collection...
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19th Century Japonese Imari Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate. 8.2 inches diameter.
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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate/ 8.5 inches diameter.
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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
Materials
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19th Century Japonese Imari Plate
Located in Austin, TX
19th Century Japonese Imari Plate. 8.5 inches diameter.
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1890s Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
Materials
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Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Nice plate with interesting scene. Also seem toy horses where figures are riding on. Additional information: Material: Porcelain & Pottery Type: Plates Region of Origin: Japan Perio...
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19th Century Japanese Antique Meiji Dinner Plates
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Dinner Set Antique Japanese Kutani Plate with Mount Fuji Japan Porcelain, 19/20C
$1,093Sale Price / set|20% Off
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Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
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Meiji dinner plates for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Meiji dinner plates for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage dinner plates created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include asian art and furniture, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, porcelain and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Meiji dinner plates made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for dinner plates differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $700 while the average work can sell for $295.
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