{"product_id":"19th-century-japanese-imari-scalloped-dish-hand-painted-gilt","title":"19th Century Japanese Imari Scalloped Dish - Hand-Painted Gilt","description":"\u003cp\u003e19th Century Japanese Imari Scalloped Dish - Hand-Painted Gilt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming 19th-century Japanese Imari dish features a traditional scalloped rim and a complex, hand-painted underglaze blue and overglaze iron-red design. The central medallion depicts a stylized landscape in blue, surrounded by geometric \"shippo\" (seven treasures) patterns and vibrant floral sprays of chrysanthemums and berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe piece is heavily accented with 24k gold leaf gilding, which remains remarkably bright, highlighting the delicate linework of the petals and borders. The reverse is equally detailed, featuring a trailing floral vine in iron-red and a traditional four-character blue underglaze mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase Markings \u0026amp; Significance\u003cbr\u003eThe underside bears the auspicious four-character mark \"Fuki Choshun\" (富貴長春). A popular \"good luck\" mark during the late Edo and Meiji periods, it translates to \"Wealth, Nobility, and Eternal Spring\". This phrase was used by high-quality Japanese kilns to bestow a wish for prosperity and longevity upon the owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003eDiameter: 4.5 inches\u003cbr\u003eDepth: Approximately 1 inch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eGood Antique Condition. The hand-painted enamels and gold gilding are exceptionally well-preserved for their age. As is common with authentic 19th-century porcelain, there is one small chip on the outer rim (visible in detail photos) and minor age-appropriate kiln grit on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect as a standalone cabinet piece or as a vibrant addition to a blue and white gallery wall, this authentic Imari dish brings a touch of Meiji-era elegance and storied craftsmanship to any curated collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cherished Memories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45881058230506,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2228\/0938\/files\/IMG_5379.webp?v=1773254167","url":"https:\/\/cherished-memories-2612.myshopify.com\/products\/19th-century-japanese-imari-scalloped-dish-hand-painted-gilt","provider":"Cherished Memories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}