Japanese KO-IMARI blue & white porcelain Glazed Bun Gourd Shape plate.
IMARI-yaki is a general term of porcelain that has been produced in the Hizen area centered onthe current Saga Prefecture. It has a long history. Origin is a 17 century. And it is also famous as the birthplace of Japanese porcelain.
About KO-IMARI (real old Imari). Typically, Imari over the middle of the 18th century is KO-IMARI. It has an unique atmosphere and work that is not in general Imari. And it is precious because it is very rare.
TYPE :
Big plate dyed using dark indigo glaze which seems to be belo indigo.
Measurements:
Length 12 inches
Width 10 inches
Condition: has scrapes and crack like you in picture # 3 & # 4
Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.