Antique Imari-Style Ribbed Porcelain Vase – Polychrome Floral & Mythological Motif

An exceptional showcase of Eastern porcelain mastery, this antique vase delivers a vibrant, maximalist statement presence to contemporary and curated interiors alike.

The vase features a complex, vertically ribbed (fluted) body that dynamically catches the light, accentuating its intricate hand-painted decoration. Adhering to the timeless Imari stylistic canon, the color palette orchestrates a rich dialogue between deep cobalt blue underglaze, iron-red overglaze, and delicate pink, green, and gold highlights. The main body is enveloped in a dense, blooming garden of chrysanthemums and peonies, grounded by a stylized traditional fence and scrolling foliage. The multi-tiered shoulder and neck display geometric lappets, ruyi-shaped cartouches containing floral crests, and cartouches with mythological birds (Ho-Ho phoenixes) and figures in traditional robes. The base is finished with a formal, geometric border of repeating lappets. This piece is a masterclass in texture and layer—perfect as a standalone focal object or for styling alongside curated 20th-century radical furniture.

Technical Details & Condition:

• Estimated Period: Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century (Qing Dynasty / Meiji Period).

• Origin: Far East (Japan/China - Imari style export ware).

• Material: Hand-painted polychrome porcelain.

• Dimensions: H 30 cm | Width (Diameter) 20 cm.

• Condition: Excellent antique condition. The porcelain body is intact with no visible cracks, chips, or restorations. Fine, authentic minor wear to the overglaze red enamel and gilt highlights, along with firing irregularities inside the rim, which certify its age, hand-crafted production, and unique historical prestige.