This antique Japanese Imari porcelain footed bowl dates to the late Edo period, circa 1840–1865. Made in the Arita kilns of Hizen Province, it measures 8.75" wide by 1.75" tall and has a shallow foot with a scalloped rim.

Unlike most Imari bowls of the period, which repeat the same pattern around the rim, this example features different hand-painted cartouches: pine, bamboo, plum (the “Three Friends of Winter”), and detailed landscape scenes. Each design is finely rendered, with crisp brushwork, balanced enamels, and gilt used as delicate highlights rather than filler. The underside is decorated with freehand sketches in underglaze blue.

Comparable varied-cartouche Edo Imari pieces can be found in major collections such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, underscoring the artistry of this bowl.

Dimensions: 8.75" diameter x 1.75" tall
Condition: Excellent antique condition with no chips, cracks, or hairlines. Light surface wear consistent with age.

A refined Edo-period Imari bowl of uncommon quality, prized for its individually painted designs and superior workmanship.

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