Antique Striking Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl with Crane & Pine – c. 1900 (24cm)

Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl Featuring Crane, Pine & Gilt Enamels

This vibrant Japanese Imari porcelain bowl from the Arita kilns dates to the late Meiji to early Taishō period (circa 1900–1920). A classic example of early 20th-century export porcelain, the bowl showcases a crane in mid-flight over stylised pine and seasonal floral sprays—symbols of longevity and natural beauty in Japanese art. Framed by iron-red reserves and a cobalt diaper-patterned rim, the interior design glows with rich overglaze enamels in emerald green, iron-red, and gold.

Authentic Arita Ware with Traditional Imari Motifs

Wheel-thrown and finely hand-decorated, this bowl reflects the refined export aesthetics of Imari ware from Arita. Concentric throwing rings are visible beneath the glaze—a hallmark of hand-crafted quality. The exterior remains mostly undecorated, keeping the viewer's focus on the bold interior tableau.

Features of This Japanese Imari Porcelain Bowl

Maker: Arita kilns, Japan
Era: Late Meiji to early Taishō (c. 1900–1920)
Material: Porcelain with hand-painted overglaze enamels and gilt
Decoration: Crane in flight, pine branches, floral sprays, cobalt lattice rim
Technique: Wheel-thrown with visible throwing rings
Dimensions: 24 cm diameter; 9 cm height
Condition: Very good antique condition. One tight rim hairline and a small glaze flake (clearly shown in photos); minor kiln speckling consistent with age

A Collector's Imari Bowl with Japonesque Elegance

Collectors and admirers of antique Japanese porcelain will appreciate the harmony and symbolism captured in this elegant Japanese Imari porcelain bowl. It serves equally well as a decorative centrepiece or as part of a curated Japanese interior.

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