Antique Japanese Imari Bowl 1900 - 1920

Name: Antique Japanese Imari Bowl
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA939400
Price: 395 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDecorative Bowls
Period1900 - 1920
StyleJapanese Imari
MaterialPorcelain, Enamel, Gold Leaf
ColourBlue and Red
MotifsScalloped rim, floral medallions, cobalt underglaze, gilt accents
SizeH 9.5 cm (4 in) x W 20.5 cm (8 in) x D 20.5 cm (8 in)

This antique Japanese Imari bowl from 1900 is a decorative porcelain piece finished with enamel and gold leaf. The rounded vessel displays a scalloped rim and a hand-painted scheme in cobalt blue, iron red, orange, white, and gold, incorporating floral medallions, leaves, tree motifs, and detailed gilding over an underglaze. Measuring 9.5 cm high, 20.5 cm wide, and 20.5 cm deep, the bowl sits at a compact scale suited to interior display. Today, this Imari bowl serves as an ornamental accent for a sideboard top within an English Country House interior scheme. It functions as a standalone decorative display object or a small receptacle for small items, contributing traditional Japanese craftsmanship and a vibrant palette to contemporary living spaces.

FAQs

Imari porcelain refers to Japanese export wares produced in the Arita area of Hizen province and shipped from the port of Imari. It is characterised by complex hand-painted patterns using cobalt blue underglaze combined with iron-red enamel and gilded highlights.

Traditional Imari ceramics are crafted from fine hard-paste porcelain clay. Decorative details are achieved using underglaze cobalt oxide, overglaze iron-red enamels, and liquid gold or gold leaf accents fired in specialized kilns.

Authentic pieces display distinct cobalt blue underglaze and iron-red enamel palettes, often featuring asymmetrical floral panels, phoenixes, or chrysanthemums. Genuine antiques typically show subtle hand-painting variations, wear to the gilding, and foot rim characteristics unique to Japanese kiln production.

An Imari bowl can serve as a focal point when placed on a dark wood sideboard top, console table, or inside a glass display cabinet. Its rich blue and red colour palette pairs effectively with both classical mahogany settings and minimalist contemporary backdrops.

Clean gently by hand using lukewarm water and a mild detergent with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive sponges, harsh chemicals, or dishwashers, as these will wear away the delicate overglaze enamel and gilding over time.

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Antique Japanese Imari Bowl