Antique Ko-Imari Plate – Hand Painted Mt Fuji Indigo Porcelain Dish, Edo Period

This Antique Ko-Imari Plate is a stunning Japanese porcelain plate from the mid-Edo period, featuring a hand painted Mt Fuji and bird design in rich indigo blue. Measuring 11.4 inches (29 cm) in diameter and standing 1.7 inches (4.3 cm) tall, this large indigo plate showcases authentic Ko-Imari ware craftsmanship using the traditional Sometsuke technique. The plate delivers a timeless aesthetic that blends historical artistry with practical use, making it perfect for collectors or those seeking vintage Japanese porcelain tableware that enhances any display or dining setting.

The plate’s design features a serene Mt Fuji scene with clouds and a bird perched on a tree branch, surrounded by a delicate leaf-like pattern along the edge. This Edo period dish employs the labor-intensive sumi-hajiri method, where sumi ink patterns are drawn and painted over to create white spaces that give the piece its unique light and airy atmosphere. Weighing approximately 31.5 ounces (896 grams), the porcelain plate with birds is not only visually appealing but also durable and functional.

Key features of this mid-Edo antique dish include:

- Size: 11.4in (29cm) diameter × 1.7in (4.3cm) height

- Weight: 31.5oz (896g)

- Material: High-quality porcelain

- Technique: Sometsuke technique plate with sumi-hajiri detailing

- Design: Hand painted Mt Fuji and bird design platter in classic blue and white porcelain

- Authentic Ko-Imari ware from the Edo period

- Condition: Very good with natural brown spots from firing process, common in vintage Japanese porcelain

This Japanese antique tableware piece has been carefully preserved and is free from major chips or cracks, confirming its authenticity and quality as a genuine antique Ko-Imari plate. It offers collectors a rare opportunity to own an original Edo period dish that combines artistic heritage with functional beauty.

Additional benefits include:

- Free shipping to the US, Europe, and most locations worldwide, with secure courier options including DHL, FedEx, EMS, or Japan Post.

- Hassle-free delivery with prepaid customs duties for US buyers.

- Combined shipping available for multiple purchases to save on costs.

- Returns accepted within 14 days if you are not satisfied; please review photos carefully before purchase as this is an authentic vintage item with natural signs of age.

Enhance your collection or gift a piece of Japanese history with this exquisite Antique Ko-Imari Plate. Explore more unique Japanese antiques at our shop to discover timeless art that tells a story.