Set of 6 Antique English Imari Pattern Deep Plates – Late 19th Century (26 cm)

A spectacular celebration of Victorian maximalism and Anglo-Japanese aesthetic crosscurrents, this rare set of six antique deep plates introduces a vibrant, rich narrative to high-end dining curation and wall displays.

Masterfully decorated in the highly coveted "Imari" palette—a hallmark of premier 19th-century British potteries—each plate features a mesmerizing and complex layout. The wide rim is enveloped in a deep, inky cobalt blue ground, illuminated by dense, hand-painted 22-karat gold floral scrolls and vibrant iron-red chrysanthemums. This dark border is punctuated by delicate octagonal and circular cartouches containing pastel green and pink botanical sprays. The inner sloping rim introduces a striking contrast with alternating panels of intricate gold fish-scale patterns over a warm terracotta ground. At the center of the crisp white well, a beautifully detailed, radiating gold rosette anchors the entire composition. Ideal for elevating an eclectic tablescape or displayed as a stunning, textured collection on a dining room wall, this set embodies the timeless allure of historical luxury ceramics.

Technical Details & Condition:

• Estimated Period: Late 19th Century (c. 1880-1900).

• Origin: United Kingdom (Staffordshire, England).

• Material: Fine ironstone / glazed porcelain, hand-painted enamels, rich gold leaf gilding.

• Dimensions: Diameter 26 cm.

• Condition: Excellent antique condition. The ceramic bodies are solid and beautifully preserved, with no cracks, chips, or restorations. The vibrant enamels and intricate gold gilding remain exceptionally bright, showing only minor, honest age-related rubbing along the extreme outer edges and very faint historical firing spots (typical of 19th-century kiln processes), which certify their authentic antique provenance and high decorative value.