Vintage 11" Hand-Painted "Gold Imari" Japanese Porcelain Charger Plate

Vintage 11" Hand-Painted "Gold Imari" Japanese Porcelain Charger Plate

Infuse your home with the vibrant artistry of Arita with this stunning vintage "Gold Imari" porcelain charger. Hand-painted in Japan during the mid-20th century, this 11-inch display plate is a premier example of the storied Imari export tradition.

The composition features a sophisticated "Three-Medallion" narrative. Each scalloped cloud-shaped panel acts as a window into a serene garden, depicting exotic pheasants—symbols of beauty and good fortune—perched among blooming peonies. The surrounding "brocade" ground is meticulously decorated with a dense field of floral sprays in a traditional palette of iron red, cobalt blue, and teal green enamels.

Abundant 22k gold gilt accents highlight the intricate linework and trim the scalloped rim, providing a luminous, three-dimensional quality. The underside is finished with a clean white glaze and features the authentic "Gold Imari, Hand Painted" backstamp with the Ryuho (Dragon Peak) kiln mark. Whether styled on a formal mantel, a library bookshelf, or as the centerpiece of a Blue and White gallery wall, this charger brings an immediate sense of global heritage and artisanal luxury to the modern interior.

Dimensions

11”W x 11”D x 1.75”H

Condition

Very Good Vintage Condition – This charger has been exceptionally well-preserved. The porcelain is free of chips, cracks, or crazing. Consistent with its age and authentic display history, there are very subtle, faint surface marks to the interior glaze (only visible under direct light). The hand-applied gold gilt remains bright and remarkably intact.

A masterclass in mid-century Japanese craftsmanship, this Gold Imari Charger is a blue-chip acquisition for the discerning collector of Asian Art. It serves as a powerful statement piece, bridging the gap between historic Eastern kilns and high-end Western design.