How were oriental enamel plates used historically?

These pieces served largely as decorative display items in elite households, showcased on stands or hung on walls to demonstrate wealth and taste. Larger chargers occasionally held ceremonial offerings or functioned as centrepieces during formal gatherings rather than everyday tableware.

How do I distinguish Meiji period pieces?

Meiji period items, dating from the late nineteenth century onward, frequently feature exceptionally fine wirework and naturalistic subjects like birds and flora. Japanese makers during this era also began signing their works more consistently on the base.

What is the difference between porcelain and metal bases?

Metal bases usually support cloisonne enamel work utilising copper or brass frames, while ceramic pieces rely on porcelain fired at high temperatures. Porcelain vessels display painted enamel glazes directly on the ceramic body, often in famille rose or Kutani styles.

How should I care for an antique enamel plate?

Keep these items away from direct sunlight to preserve the vibrant pigments of the enamel and avoid exposing them to sudden temperature shifts. Dust gently with a dry, soft cloth and avoid liquid cleaners or abrasive materials that might scratch the delicate surface.

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An oriental enamel plate brings centuries of meticulous Asian craftsmanship into a modern interior, offering striking imagery and vibrant colour.

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Octagonal Tray with Bird. Circa 1880.

19th century

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Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Octagonal Tray with Bird. Circa 1880.

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Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger with Owl and Mt Fuji. Circa 1880.

19th century

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Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger with Owl and Mt Fuji. Circa 1880.

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£1,500

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Square Tray. Circa 1880.

19th century

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Square Tray. Circa 1880.

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£1,750

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Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger with Bird. Circa 1880.

19th century

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Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger with Bird. Circa 1880.

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Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel 'Single-dragon' Charger (36cm). Signed. Circa 1875.

19th century

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Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel 'Single-dragon' Charger (36cm). Signed. Circa 1875.

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Shrimp Charger. Circa 1880.

19th century

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Shrimp Charger. Circa 1880.

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Charger with Auspicious Symbols. Circa 1850.

19th century

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Charger with Auspicious Symbols. Circa 1850.

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Masterpiece Japanese Cloisonne Plate with Auspicious Symbols. Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Masterpiece Japanese Cloisonne Plate with Auspicious Symbols. Circa 1900.

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Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger. Spectacular Decoration. Circa 1870.

19th century

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Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger. Spectacular Decoration. Circa 1870.

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Unusual Collection of Five Antique Japanese Imari Plates

1900 - 1920

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Unusual Collection of Five Antique Japanese Imari Plates

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£595

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Surviving nineteenth-century chargers occasionally capture unexpected wildlife moments, immortalising frogs, shrimp, and leaping koi alongside traditional imperial dragons.

Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel ''Samurai / Demon'' Plate. Circa 1890.

19th century

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Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel ''Samurai / Demon'' Plate. Circa 1890.

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Rare Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel "Samurai " Plate. Circa 1890.

19th century

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Rare Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel "Samurai " Plate. Circa 1890.

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Satsuma, C.1890. Superb Multi-figure Plate. Famous Meizan Mark

19th century

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Satsuma, C.1890. Superb Multi-figure Plate. Famous Meizan Mark

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Lovely Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plate

19th century

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Lovely Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£325

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Antique Qing Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plate | Bird & Floral Design 18th C

19th century

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Antique Qing Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plate | Bird & Floral Design 18th C

From Bushells Antiques

£495

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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.

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Oriental Enamel Plate

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Octagonal Tray with Bird. Circa 1880.

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger with Owl and Mt Fuji. Circa 1880.

Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Dragon Square Tray. Circa 1880.

Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger with Bird. Circa 1880.

Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel 'Single-dragon' Charger (36cm). Signed. Circa 1875.

Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Shrimp Charger. Circa 1880.

Rare Japanese Cloisonne Charger with Auspicious Symbols. Circa 1850.

Masterpiece Japanese Cloisonne Plate with Auspicious Symbols. Circa 1900.

Huge Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Charger. Spectacular Decoration. Circa 1870.

Unusual Collection of Five Antique Japanese Imari Plates

Rare Japanese Cloisonne Enamel ''Samurai / Demon'' Plate. Circa 1890.

Rare Fine Japanese Cloisonne Enamel "Samurai " Plate. Circa 1890.

Satsuma, C.1890. Superb Multi-figure Plate. Famous Meizan Mark

Lovely Antique Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plate

Antique Qing Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Plate | Bird & Floral Design 18th C

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

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