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Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Flowers and Bees, ca. 1900

$2,500
£1,920.66
€2,206.81
CA$3,516.56
A$3,950.70
CHF 2,064.25
MX$48,220.11
NOK 26,209.89
SEK 24,671.09
DKK 16,468.06

About the Item

Japanese Meiji Period Imari Porcelain Charger with Flower and Bees, ca. 1900 DIMENSIONS: Diameter: 16 inches DETAILS Meiji Period: 1868-1912 ABOUT IMARI PORCELAIN Japanese Imari porcelain refers to a type of porcelain ware that was produced in the town of Arita, in Saga Prefecture on Japan’s Kyushu island, and exported primarily from the nearby port of Imari—hence the name. Origins & History: • Early 17th century (Edo period): Porcelain production began in Arita after Korean potters, brought to Japan during the Japanese invasions of Korea (1592–1598), discovered kaolin (porcelain clay) in the area. • Mid-17th century to 18th century: Imari ware became a major export to Europe via the Dutch East India Company. • Declined in export after 1750s as Chinese porcelain re-entered European markets. Characteristics: • Base: Made from fine white porcelain. • Decoration: Richly colored and ornate, featuring: o Underglaze blue painting (Arita blue-and-white style). o Overglaze enamels, especially in red, gold, green, and blue (the classic “Kinrande” Imari style). • Designs: Often feature floral motifs, birds, mythical creatures, and geometric patterns in bold symmetrical compositions. Types of Imari: 1. Early Imari / Shoki-Imari (early 1600s): Simpler blue-and-white designs. 2. Kakiemon Imari (mid-1600s onward): A refined, more minimal style using bright overglaze enamels. 3. Kinrande Imari (late 1600s–1700s): Lavish use of red, gold, and cobalt blue—what most Westerners identify as "Imari." Influence: • Heavily influenced European porcelain production (e.g., Meissen in Germany, Chantilly in France). • Still collected and admired today for its craftsmanship and vivid aesthetics.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Please examine photos attentively, as they are part of the description. Send us a message to request more details or discuss price.2.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819345027712

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