Japanese Imari Bowl Foo Lion Design Circa 1900

Description

View Japanese Imari Bowl Foo Lion Design Circa 1900 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. A colorful and decorative hand painted bowl with a central foo lion design. The foo lion has a dragon and phoenix circling around him searching for the pearl of wisdom. The bowl has a chip on the inside of the rim, as well as one the foot ring. A colorful and decorative hand painted bowl with a central foo lion design. The foo lion has a dragon and phoenix circling around him searching for the pearl of wisdom. These elements are mixed in with peonies, cranes and clouds with artemisia and coin cartouches.  The bowl has a raised foot and an unglazed foot ring. The base is glazed and unmarked. The bowl was hand thrown you can see the potter’s wheel marks on the base and the body. MEASUREMENTS 8 ½” (21.6 cm) diameter x 4” (10.2 cm) tall. Weighs 2 lbs 3.2 oz (995 g) CONDITION The bowl has a chip on the inside of the rim, as well as one the foot ring. It has no other cracks, breaks, or repairs. There is wear to the central well. The bowl has customary kiln flaws, such as raised bumps and small black spots, the most notable of which is a raised white spot near the ring around the foo lion in the well. A large decorative Imari bowl to add to a collection or add richness to a home.  ITEM : Por-3776 Larry and Bob want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase and so we offer hassle free returns within 30 days.  We just ask that you notify us before returning and obtain our authorization. This will ensure quick processing. For more details, please see our return policy (shown towards the top of the listing) Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Asian › 1900-Now › Japanese › Bowls & Plates.

Country of Origin

Japan

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Culture

Japanese