Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1900s.
The body shallow potted with a modelled stern and prow, the decoration in the typical ‘Imari’ palette of underglaze blue, iron red and gold with the addition of small areas of green enamel, the exterior sides decorated with stylised waves and sea spray in underglaze blue,, the flat base unglazed.
Ceramic boat shape dishes were produced during the Meiji period (1868-1912) in both Arita and Imari porcelains.
The plate features a painting of exceptional rarity, depicting a mythical creature with the head of a dragon and the body of a deer. It is in excellent antique condition, with only minor imperfections noted: a small, inconspicuous enamel damage in the upper right corner, as well as a minor chip on the rim.
Weight 952 grams
Length 32 cm
Width 20 cm
Height 8 cm
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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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Japanese Imari Dish in the Form of a Treasure Boat ‘Takarabune’, Meiji Period, Circa 1900
