Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)

Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
  • Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)
Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)

Antique 19th Century Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl (c. 1870–1890)

$1,999.00

A remarkable example of Meiji-era Japanese Imari porcelain, this large hand-painted bowl embodies the peak of Arita kiln artistry during Japan's cultural transition from the Edo to Meiji periods. Measuring an impressive 17 inches in diameter, the bowl displays an exquisite composition in traditional iron-red, cobalt blue, turquoise, and gilt enamels — a hallmark of late 19th-century Kinrande Imari ware.

The interior is richly decorated with a courtly figural scene, depicting an elegantly robed woman and scholar beneath blooming cherry blossoms, symbolizing refinement, love, and transience. Surrounding this narrative tableau are phoenix birds (hō-ō) among cascading peonies and chrysanthemums, rendered with meticulous brushwork and balanced symmetry. These motifs, deeply rooted in Japanese imperial and Buddhist iconography, represent immortality, prosperity, and harmony.


The bowl's broad flaring rim, finely glazed surface, and subtle kiln firing marks on the unglazed foot are consistent with Arita porcelain production between 1870 and 1890. The absence of a maker's mark is typical for export pieces crafted for Western collectors, where Imari ware became synonymous with luxury and exotic beauty.


Today, large narrative Imari bowls of this quality and preservation are highly sought by collectors and museums worldwide. This piece exemplifies the fusion of Japanese craftsmanship and aesthetic philosophy, making it not only a decorative statement but also a window into Meiji Japan's artistic dialogue with the West.


🔹 Details

Origin: Arita, Japan

Period: Late Edo to Early Meiji (circa 1870-1890)

Style: Imari / Kinrande overglaze enamel

Material: Hand-painted porcelain

Diameter: 17 inches (43 cm)

Height: 5 inches (12.7 cm)

Motifs: Court figures, phoenix birds, peonies, and cherry blossoms

Condition: Excellent antique condition; minor enamel wear consistent with age


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