Blue and White Charger, Japan circa 1900

A stunning Japanese porcelain charger featuring a classic blue and white palette, a combination that became a hallmark of the nation’s artistic output. The clean contrast and graceful hand-painted designs reflect the refined aesthetic that emerged from the Arita region, where Japanese porcelain production first flourished.

Circa 1900, this period piece was created during the Meiji era, a time of great international exchange and the height of Japanese craftsmanship for the global market.

Hand-painted porcelain with a clear glaze over cobalt blue pigment, presenting a surface that is both delicate and robust. Rooted in the Sometsuke tradition, this charger embodies the Japanese love for simple elegance and natural motifs that has defined their ceramic history for centuries.