Lot # 8 - Japanese Meiji Period Igezara Blue & White Porcelain Charger Plate

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Pickup Instructions: Pick-up will be 10:00AM-4:00PM on FRIDAY 3 October 2025 and SUNDAY, 5 October 2025
Start Date/Time: 24-Sep-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 01-Oct-2025 6:07:00 PM
Current bid:

$42.00

Highest bidder:

Brennon

Auction has ended

Description :

Japanese Meiji Period Igezara Blue & White Porcelain Charger Plate

A captivating example of late 19th-century Japanese craftsmanship, this Meiji-era Igezara charger plate showcases the bold, utilitarian beauty characteristic of Igezara ware. The central design features a pair of hō-ō (phoenix birds) in dynamic flight, surrounded by lush blossoms and foliage, all rendered in deep, vibrant cobalt blue.

The wide border is embellished with a geometric lattice pattern, interspersed with floral medallions that echo the organic elegance of the central motif. On the underside, stylized grapevine clusters add a decorative flourish. The rim is finished with the traditional brown glaze and reinforced with an aged metal band, a hallmark of Igezara’s practical design ethos.

Style Notes: Igezara Ware

  • Name Origin: “Igezara” combines ige (thorn) and zara (dish), referencing the jagged or pinched rim edges seen on many pieces.

  • Design Traits:

    • Thickly potted for durability

    • Brown-glazed rim, often metal-reinforced

    • Transfer-printed cobalt blue designs

    • Underside often decorated with floral or grapevine motifs

  • Functionality: Made for everyday use—affordable, sturdy, and visually bold.

Origin & Historical Context

  • Era: Meiji Period (1868–1912), a time of modernization and Western influence in Japan.

  • Production Centers: Primarily made in Arita and Saga (Kyushu region), known for their porcelain traditions.

  • Cultural Role: Igezara ware reflects Japan’s shift toward mass production while retaining traditional aesthetics. It was widely used in homes and inns, bridging the gap between art and utility.


This charger is more than a decorative object—it’s a tangible piece of Japan’s artistic and industrial transformation. 





Dimensions : 15.75 in W

Auction History

Highest bidder is Brennon

Date Bid User
01-Oct-2025 5:40:43 PM $42.00 Brennon
01-Oct-2025 5:40:43 PM $41.00 Shearstar
01-Oct-2025 5:39:07 PM $36.00 Brennon
01-Oct-2025 5:39:07 PM $35.00 Shearstar
01-Oct-2025 5:38:58 PM $32.00 Brennon
01-Oct-2025 5:38:58 PM $31.00 Shearstar
01-Oct-2025 5:31:08 PM $26.00 Brennon
01-Oct-2025 5:31:08 PM $25.00 Maui
01-Oct-2025 5:30:50 PM $21.00 Brennon
01-Oct-2025 5:30:50 PM $20.00 Maui
01-Oct-2025 5:30:40 PM $18.00 Brennon
01-Oct-2025 5:30:40 PM $17.00 Maui
28-Sep-2025 7:48:34 AM $16.00 Brennon
26-Sep-2025 10:57:59 AM $11.00 Booyaa684
26-Sep-2025 10:57:59 AM $10.00 Bizyl
26-Sep-2025 10:57:47 AM $5.00 Booyaa684

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