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Beautiful antique Japanese Arita porcelain bowl featuring elaborate Imari-style decoration in deep cobalt blue, iron red, green and gold.The interior is exceptionally detailed, with intricate geometric brocade-style patterns, scrolling blue decoration, florals and extensive gilt accents. The exterior is decorated with stylized floral and vine motifs, with a gilt rim.The underside bears a red Japanese maker’s mark with the distinctive stylized orchid emblem associated with Fukagawa/Koransha porcelain of Arita, Japan. Based on the mark and decorative style, this piece appears consistent with Meiji-era production, likely late 19th to early 20th century.A striking example of Japanese decorative porcelain and a beautiful display piece.Measurements:
Approximately 8.5” diameter
Approximately 3” deep/highCondition:
Very good antique condition overall. There is age-related wear to the gilding, particularly along the rim, as well as some wear to gilt details within the decoration. Light surface/use wear may be present consistent with age. No chips, cracks or repairs observed. Please review all photographs closely, as they are an important part of the condition description.Details:• Japanese Arita porcelain
• Fukagawa/Koransha orchid-style maker’s mark
• Imari-style polychrome decoration
• Cobalt blue, iron red, green and gilt
• Intricate brocade/geometric decoration
• Hand-decorated appearance
• Approx. 8.5” × 3”
• Likely Meiji period / late 19th–early 20th centuryA wonderful piece for a collection of antique Japanese porcelain, Arita ware, Fukagawa, Koransha or Imari.
