Platter - Arita - Kraak - 'Blue and White' - 41 cm - Porcelain - 17th Century

Very Large Japanese Arita Kraak-Style Blue-and-White Dish – 17th Century, 41 cm

An imposing 17th-century Japanese blue-and-white porcelain dish, made in the so-called Kraak style. With a diameter of no less than 41 cm, it is a particularly large and decorative example.

The central section is painted in underglaze blue with a richly depicted floral still life in a vase, surrounded by stylized floral motifs. The broad rim is divided into separate panels featuring alternating flowers, precious objects, and geometric ornaments. This panelled layout is clearly inspired by Chinese Kraak porcelain, which was exported to Europe in the 17th century.

Japanese potters adopted this decorative style in the 17th century and developed their own variations of it. The free brushwork and different shades of cobalt blue give the dish a lively and distinctive appearance.

Due to its very large 41 cm size, rich decoration, and early date, this is a striking piece of Japanese export porcelain. The dish has undergone restoration in the past, consistent with an object of this age and size.

Overview
Object: large dish
Material: porcelain
Origin: Japan
Date: 17th century
Style: Kraak style
Decoration: flower vase, floral motifs, precious objects, and panels
Color: underglaze cobalt blue on white
Special features: very large size
Condition: with restorations and signs of age

Dimensions and weight
Length: 41 cm
Width: 41 cm
Height: 8 cm
Weight: 2270 grams

The photographs form part of the lot description. The object will be carefully packed and shipped insured.