Japanese Imari porcelain fluted plate showcases a vibrant hand-painted scene featuring a mythical phoenix and a Foo Dog (Komainu) alongside a traditional book and fan. The scalloped, fan-shaped ribs of the plate add a dynamic texture to the white porcelain ground, which is further enriched by iron-red, turquoise, and gold gilt accents. A classic blue underglaze ring circles the base, which bears an impressed rectangular seal mark. This piece exemplifies the intricate storytelling and bold color palette characteristic of Meiji-era decorative arts.
Phoenix, Foo Dog, Fan, Book Imari Japanese Porcelain Meiji Period Hand-painted Fluted, Scalloped Iron Red, Gold, Turquoise, Blue, White Glossy Mythological, Oriental Tableware, Decorative Display