How were antique oriental chargers displayed?

These large plates served primarily for decorative display on walls, cabinets, or tables rather than regular dining use. Their substantial scale allowed households to showcase wealth and taste through intricate artistic motifs. Cabinet stands or wall mounting wires held the heavy ceramic and metal platters securely in living spaces and dining rooms.

What is the difference between Chinese and Japanese chargers?

Chinese pieces often reflect dynastic traditions such as the Kangxi or Ming periods, utilising deep blue and white pigments or famille rose enamels. Their designs focus on classical symbolism, dragons, and floral arrangements. Japanese examples, particularly from the Meiji period, frequently incorporate Imari palettes, Satsuma earthenware, or cloisonne metalwork. These items often feature densely packed natural scenes with birds, flowers, and asymmetric compositions.

How do I care for an enamel or porcelain charger?

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry cloth to prevent particulate buildup on the glaze or metalwork. Avoid using chemical cleaners, water immersion, or abrasive materials that could damage fragile gilding or enamel. Display the charger away from direct sunlight and areas prone to sharp temperature fluctuations to protect the ceramic body and prevent metal corrosion.

Can I use these chargers for serving food?

Historic ceramic and metal chargers are intended for display and decorative presentation rather than contemporary culinary use. Age-related wear, old glaze imperfections, and lead content in historic glazes make them unsuitable for serving food. Enjoy these objects as works of art that document historical manufacturing techniques across Asian and European trade routes.

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An antique oriental charger brings substantial decorative presence into a room, drawing the eye with rich hand-painted palettes and large scale.

A Good and Large Imari Charger Meiji Peroid

19th century

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A Good and Large Imari Charger Meiji Peroid

From Frank Craig Antiques

£450

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Longquan Celadon Foliate-rim Bowl, Southern Song – Early Yuan, C. 13th–early 14th Century

Pre 16th century

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Longquan Celadon Foliate-rim Bowl, Southern Song – Early Yuan, C. 13th–early 14th Century

From Gillers Antiques Ltd

£3,600

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19th century

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Large Imari Charger

From John Howkins Antiques

£295

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Pair Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Dishes. Circa 1870.

19th century

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Pair Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Dishes. Circa 1870.

From Dragoncharger Antiques

£1,500

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Antique Fine Quality Large 18" Meiji Oriental Japanese Cloisonne Charger Plate

19th century

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Antique Fine Quality Large 18" Meiji Oriental Japanese Cloisonne Charger Plate

From Prior and Willis

£1,956

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16th century

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16th-century Chinese Ming Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Swatow Charger Bowl Plate

From Artsonline

£329

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19th century

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Antique Japanese Imari Charger

From Rebecca Sarah Antiques

£395

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dish. Signed Kinkozan. Circa 1890.

19th century

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dish. Signed Kinkozan. Circa 1890.

From Dragoncharger Antiques

£1,275

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18th century

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Japanese Imari 18th Century.

From Deja Vu St Leonards

£120

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19th century

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Large Imari Charger C1880

From Shaun King Antiques

£345

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Listings span multiple production centres, incorporating materials from porcelain and copper to gold leaf and patinated iron across several centuries.

Large Japanese Blue + White Charger, Circa 1890, 73cm Dia

19th century

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Large Japanese Blue + White Charger, Circa 1890, 73cm Dia

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£4,800

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Late Nineteenth Century Japanese Charger.

19th century

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Late Nineteenth Century Japanese Charger.

From Beresford Antiques LTD

£185

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19th century

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Pair of Japanese Imari Plates

From Shackladys Antiques

£795

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Large Japanese Imari Meiji Period Shallow Bowl

19th century

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Large Japanese Imari Meiji Period Shallow Bowl

From Hand of Glory

£220

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Rare Mason's Ironstone Oriental-style Charger

19th century

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Rare Mason's Ironstone Oriental-style Charger

From WelshAntiques

£1,400

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19th century

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Japanese Blue & White Plate

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£195

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Antique Oriental Charger

A Good and Large Imari Charger Meiji Peroid

Longquan Celadon Foliate-rim Bowl, Southern Song – Early Yuan, C. 13th–early 14th Century

Large Imari Charger

Pair Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Dishes. Circa 1870.

Antique Fine Quality Large 18" Meiji Oriental Japanese Cloisonne Charger Plate

16th-century Chinese Ming Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Swatow Charger Bowl Plate

Antique Japanese Imari Charger

Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dish. Signed Kinkozan. Circa 1890.

Japanese Imari 18th Century.

Large Imari Charger C1880

Large Japanese Blue + White Charger, Circa 1890, 73cm Dia

Late Nineteenth Century Japanese Charger.

Pair of Japanese Imari Plates

Large Japanese Imari Meiji Period Shallow Bowl

Rare Mason's Ironstone Oriental-style Charger

Japanese Blue & White Plate

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