What is an iron red cobalt plate?

An iron red cobalt plate is a decorative ceramic dish decorated with blue cobalt underglaze and red enamel pigments, often associated with Japanese Imari styles. These pieces typically date from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries and are designed primarily for display.

How do I date an antique Imari plate?

Dating relies on stylistic indicators, materials, and documented production eras such as the Meiji period or the nineteenth century. Examining the glaze, the quality of the hand painting, and the clay body helps narrow down the period of manufacture.

Were these plates used for dining?

While manufactured as ceramics, larger formats like chargers and highly ornate plates served decorative display roles in homes. Many surviving examples retain pristine surfaces intended for visual appreciation rather than daily household use.

What makes a plate a charger?

A charger is substantially larger than a standard dining plate, generally measuring well over twelve inches in diameter. These large vessels were made to sit centrally on sideboards or hang on walls as focal decorative art.

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An iron red cobalt plate brings together vibrant pigments and intricate patterns on porcelain, offering a distinct aesthetic that draws collectors of traditional ceramic wares.

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Pair of Large Antique Imari Plates

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Wonderful Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

1900 - 1920

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A Good Quality Imari Plate Circa 1890

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