Japanese Arita Reticulated Porcelain Plate, H?-? Phoenix & Peonies, 20th C.
This striking mid-to-late 20th-century Japanese Arita Imari porcelain plate is a spectacular example of traditional Sukashibori openwork art. The hand-painted central medallion depicts a majestic H?-? (phoenix) rendered in vibrant overglaze iron-red and gold enamels, soaring gracefully over a rich cluster of deep cobalt blue and rust-red peonies symbolizing prosperity. Framing the central composition is an intricate, pierced reticulated rim composed of interlocking porcelain rings accented with delicate red and gold linework. The reverse side features a clean, unglazed foot rim centered by an inner underglaze blue ring and bordered by a classic, repeating geometric underglaze blue serrated pattern along the perimeter. Daimeter: 8.75 inches.
Condition
Presenting a beautifully glassy vitrified finish with no visible chips or cracks, this highly decorative cabinet plate serves as an exceptional display piece for collectors of Asian fine porcelain.
This striking mid-to-late 20th-century Japanese Arita Imari porcelain plate is a spectacular example of traditional Sukashibori openwork art. The hand-painted central medallion depicts a majestic H?-? (phoenix) rendered in vibrant overglaze iron-red and gold enamels, soaring gracefully over a rich cluster of deep cobalt blue and rust-red peonies symbolizing prosperity. Framing the central composition is an intricate, pierced reticulated rim composed of interlocking porcelain rings accented with delicate red and gold linework. The reverse side features a clean, unglazed foot rim centered by an inner underglaze blue ring and bordered by a classic, repeating geometric underglaze blue serrated pattern along the perimeter. Daimeter: 8.75 inches.
Condition
Presenting a beautifully glassy vitrified finish with no visible chips or cracks, this highly decorative cabinet plate serves as an exceptional display piece for collectors of Asian fine porcelain.
