Vintage Japanese Imari Porcelain Table Lamp
Description
This vintage table lamp features a traditional Japanese porcelain vase decorated with the iconic Imari-style palette of underglaze cobalt blue, iron-red enamels, and intricate gold gilding. The baluster-shaped vessel is mounted on a dark wooden base and topped with a classic fabric shade.
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- Imari porcelain, named after the Japanese port from which it was shipped, originated in the Arita region in the 17th century. It became a staple of European trade, particularly through the Dutch East India Company, and its vibrant 'brocaded' style—combining cobalt blue, iron-red, and gold—eventually defined the 'Imari' aesthetic globally.
- During the late 19th-century Meiji period, Imari wares saw a resurgence in popularity in the West, fueling the Aesthetic Movement. While many high-quality antique pieces exist, the 20th century also saw a massive production of 'Gold Imari' and similar export wares, which remain highly collectible for their decorative charm and historical connection to traditional Japanese ceramic techniques.