Daishōji Imari Kinrande Square Mukōzuke Bowl, Meiji Period

Story

Crafted in Ishikawa Prefecture during Japan's late 19th-century Meiji era, this piece revived classic Edo-period Imari designs for high-end traditional banquets. Artisans in Daishōji specialized in reproducing prestigious Arita export styles with breathtaking local precision. The exterior's fiery red and gold lions contrast beautifully with the cool blue dragon painted inside.

Maker / Origin

Daishōji ware originated in the Daishōji Domain (a branch of the powerful Kaga Clan) and became famous in the Meiji era for high-quality revivals of classic Ko-Imari and Kutani styles. Skilled local painters applied lavish gold leaf and overglaze enamel onto fine porcelain blanks, catering to wealthy domestic connoisseurs and refined Kaiseki dining establishments.

Condition & Value

Visually presents in very good antique condition with strong glaze sheen and crisp enamel. Gold gilt shows light expected historic wear along the rim. A small spot near one top corner rim should be inspected under magnification to distinguish between an glaze flaw or tiny fleabite. Minor rim wear reduces top-tier valuation slightly.