Japanese Meiji period Imari porcelain charger decorated in underglaze blue and overglaze polychrome enamels and gilt highlights with four panels holding bamboo, calligraphy, flying birds, and a variety of blossoming flowers all set against a blue background with gold accented leaves. Three sections of blue waves separated by flying birds encircle the back rim. Circa 1900. 16 3/4" diameter x 2 1/2" high. Very good overall condition. There is typical minor rubbing and wear to the gilt and overglaze pigments. There is a small, thin chip and associated crack at the underside of the gilt rim. It appears to be glazed and is possibly an original production flaw (see enlargements). From a Tucson, Arizona collection.