12" Diameter Japanese Meiji Period Arita Imari Porcelain Charger Kirin
item#: 1415054
price: SOLD
Japanese Meiji period Artia Imari porcelain charger decorated in underglaze cobalt blue and brilliant polychrome enamels and gilt highlights with a central reserve holding a kirin and butterflies on a white background surrounded by three red-ground floral panels set against cobalt blue. Three underglaze blue leaves are spaced around the exterior. A single spur is on the base. Very good overall condition. There are production imperfections (either burst bubbles or kiln grit adhering) at the rim. 19th century. 12 1/8” diameter x 1 5/8” high. From a Tubac, Arizona collection.