Antique Japanese Late Edo Period 19th Century Imari Ceramic Plate Blue & White 10" Glossy Surface wear

Surface wear

The scent of kaya is unmistakable—subtle yet rich

A large and shapely Kutani (九谷) export ewer in the Western pitcher form

The obverse of the coin reads "Tenpō" (天保) a reference to the era this coin was designed in

The symbolism of the shishi

Antique Japanese Late Edo Period 19th Century Imari Ceramic Plate Blue & White 10" Glossy Surface wearThis is an antique Japanese late Edo Era (mid 19th century) Imari hand painted plate. This plate measures 10" in diameter by 1. 25" tall. Having been in storage for most of the past century this plate remains in very fine condition with no chips, cracks or hairlines. Some wear on of the gilding helps age the piece and show it's authenticity. A beautiful example of Japanese workmanship and aesthetic.