Antique Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Blue & White Porcelain Charger

Description

Absolutely stunning antique 1880's/1890's Japanese Meiji period blue & white porcelain charger! A very whimsical and traditional center decoration depicting men reading texts under a cherry blossom tree in full bloom, with a young boy attentively standing to the right. The back is also decorated, as is traditional on these platters.

It measures 12" in diameter and is 2" in overall depth. It is in good overall condition, with age appropriate wear for the decades. It has one very small chip to the rim as shown in the closeup, quite minor given the age.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: It is in good overall condition, with age appropriate wear for the decades. It has one very small chip to the rim as shown in the closeup, quite minor given the age.

Origin:
Japan

Materials & Techniques:
Porcelain

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; It is in good overall condition, with age appropriate wear for the decades. It has one very small chip to the rim as shown in the closeup, quite minor given the age.

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Dimensions

2 x 12 x 12 in

Antique Late 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Blue & White Porcelain Charger

Lot 1052

Estimate $270-$800

Jun 21, 2026, 8:22 PM EDT

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