Antique Japanese Imari Scalloped Dish

A finely decorated antique Japanese Imari dish of scalloped oval form, painted in the traditional Imari palette of underglaze blue with iron red and gilt highlights. The decoration features flowering branches and stylised floral reserves, arranged around a central cartouche and framed by shaped lobed edges. The reverse is painted with characteristic underglaze blue motifs, including birds in flight, and bears a small hand-painted mark to the base. The painting is expressive and well balanced, with attractive contrast between the cobalt blue, warm iron red, and restrained gilding. This is a decorative and versatile piece, suitable for display, table use, or as part of a mixed ceramics collection, and it sits comfortably within both traditional and contemporary interiors. Condition In good antique condition. No cracks or restoration observed. Dimensions Height: 3.5 cm (1.38 in) Width: 25 cm (9.84 in) Depth: 20 cm (7.87 in) Date: Meiji period 1900 Origin: Japanese