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The following information is from, and credited to, Chambers Interiors blog guide to collecting Imari porcelain. The entire article can be viewed on their webstite https://www.chambersinteriors.com/blog/2016/6/16/imari-porcelain-collecting-guide

"Imari porcelain can be Chinese or European in origin, but was first created in Japan. In 1616, the town of Arita became Japan's porcelain production center because it was near Izumiyama, a quarry rich in kaolin clay. The wares were then shipped to the West from the port of Imari, hence the name. 

Before 1890, imports to the US were not required to be marked by country of origin. Those that were marked usually listed the name of the importer or manufacturer. Japanese Imari is especially difficult to date. Marks on these pieces can vary from personal signatures, the name of the customer, or the exporter and importer. Sometimes even pieces within the same set can be marked differently."

Being offered is a gorgeous antique Imari porcelain bowl. The bowl has a border that is lobed.

Diameter is 8.0 inches.

Depth of bowl is approximately .75 inches.

Hand painted in the recognized traditional colors of blue, red, and green with some gilt highlights on a white porcelain base. 

There are no breaks or repairs, but there is a chip on the rim as shown in the photo. Please keep in mind the age of this piece. Priced accordingly.

The lack of a mark suggests that this piece was made in 1890 or perhaps earlier.  

HOWEVER, please note that this is NOT a guarantee as this item has NOT been appraised.

This would make a great addition to your Imari collection or a beautiful gift for someone special!

Thank you for visiting, Pamela.