How do I date an imari plate?

Examining the foot ring, the tone of the cobalt blue, and the style of the overglaze enamels helps determine the age of a piece. Earlier wares from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries often feature heavier porcelain bodies and different potting techniques compared to Meiji period or later items. Changes in trade patterns and kiln technology also influenced the thickness of the glaze and the vibrancy of the pigments over time. Comparing stylistic motifs against documented examples from specific dynasties and eras provides a reliable chronological framework.

Were these plates meant for daily dining?

While these ceramics originated as functional tableware, many surviving chargers and decorative plates were intended primarily for display. The presence of delicate gold leaf and overglaze enamels meant heavy daily use would wear down the painted surface. Smaller dishes saw practical service on dining tables, whereas large chargers frequently decorated European and Japanese interiors. Owners often mounted them on walls or set them on cabinets to showcase their intricate polychrome patterns.

What is the difference between Chinese and Japanese imari?

Chinese imari porcelain was produced during the Qing dynasty for export, often mimicking the successful Japanese styles that preceded it. The clay body and the shade of the cobalt blue underglaze usually differ between the two regional traditions. Japanese imari from Arita tended to use a slightly greyer or whiter porcelain paste and distinct floral or landscape compositions. Understanding these subtle shifts in palette and potting style allows collectors to separate Chinese export pieces from Japanese originals.

How should I display antique plates?

Displaying these ceramics requires secure wall hangers or stable plate stands designed to support the weight of porcelain. Placing them away from direct sunlight protects the overglaze enamels and gold leaf from fading over extended periods. Ensuring adequate spacing between pieces allows the complex cobalt and red patterns to remain visually distinct. Proper mounting also prevents accidental knocks that could damage the scalloped edges or unusual geometric forms.

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An underglaze blue imari plate brings together rich cobalt pigments and vibrant ceramics from Japanese and Chinese kilns.

1900 - 1920

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Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£295

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Unusual Set of 4 Small Antique Japanese Quality Imari Dishes

1900 - 1920

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Unusual Set of 4 Small Antique Japanese Quality Imari Dishes

From London City Antiques

£895

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19th century

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Japanese Blue & White Plate

From Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

£195

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19th century

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Two Antique 19th Century Japanese Quality Imari Plates

From London City Antiques

£245

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1900 - 1920

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Lovely Antique Japanese Imari Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£345

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Unusual Collection of Four Antique Japanese Imari Shaped Dishes

1900 - 1920

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Unusual Collection of Four Antique Japanese Imari Shaped Dishes

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£565

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1900 - 1920

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Japanese Imari Chargers/plates

From Donald Allison Antiques

£140

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19th century

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A Japanese Arita Bowl

From Salisbury Antiques Centre

£695

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Unusual Antique Quality Japanese Blue and White Imari Dish

1900 - 1920

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Unusual Antique Quality Japanese Blue and White Imari Dish

From London City Antiques

£475

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Pair of Japanese Edo Period 1603 - 1867 Gold Imari Plates C.1750

18th century

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Pair of Japanese Edo Period 1603 - 1867 Gold Imari Plates C.1750

From Original Retro

£475

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Listings feature porcelain pieces spanning the eighteenth, nineteenth, and early twentieth centuries, anchored primarily by Japanese Meiji period imari and Chinese export wares.

Large Antique Victorian Quality Japanese Imari Plate

19th century

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Large Antique Victorian Quality Japanese Imari Plate

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£575

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Underglaze Blue Imari Plate

Quality Antique Japanese Imari Plate

Unusual Set of 4 Small Antique Japanese Quality Imari Dishes

Japanese Blue & White Plate

Two Antique 19th Century Japanese Quality Imari Plates

Lovely Antique Japanese Imari Plate

Unusual Collection of Four Antique Japanese Imari Shaped Dishes

Japanese Imari Chargers/plates

A Japanese Arita Bowl

Unusual Antique Quality Japanese Blue and White Imari Dish

Pair of Japanese Edo Period 1603 - 1867 Gold Imari Plates C.1750

Large Antique Victorian Quality Japanese Imari Plate

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