Porcelain - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)





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Original official Edo-period Imari porcelain jar from Arita, Japan, circa 1870–1895, lobed melon shape, about 9 cm high and 9 cm in diameter, in good condition with no chips or cracks.
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Description
Antique Japanese lobed melon-shaped Imari porcelain jar, manufactured in Arita for export, dating from circa 1870–1895 (Early to Mid Meiji era).
Height: approx. 9 cm, maximum rim diameter approx. 9 cm.
The jar features scalloped, lobed walls. Decorated in the classic Imari palette: underglaze cobalt blue combined with vibrant iron-red, orange and subtle green overglaze enamels. The surface is divided into shaped cartouches filled with painted floral sprays. A continuous geometric wave border runs around the lower body. The base is fully glazed and unmarked, typical of export Arita porcelain of this period.
Condition:
Overall good antique condition. No chips, cracks or restorations. Minor age-related wear to enamel consistent with gentle vintage use.
Dimensions: Height ~9 cm, diameter ~9 cm
Description
Antique Japanese lobed melon-shaped Imari porcelain jar, manufactured in Arita for export, dating from circa 1870–1895 (Early to Mid Meiji era).
Height: approx. 9 cm, maximum rim diameter approx. 9 cm.
The jar features scalloped, lobed walls. Decorated in the classic Imari palette: underglaze cobalt blue combined with vibrant iron-red, orange and subtle green overglaze enamels. The surface is divided into shaped cartouches filled with painted floral sprays. A continuous geometric wave border runs around the lower body. The base is fully glazed and unmarked, typical of export Arita porcelain of this period.
Condition:
Overall good antique condition. No chips, cracks or restorations. Minor age-related wear to enamel consistent with gentle vintage use.
Dimensions: Height ~9 cm, diameter ~9 cm

