Staffordshire Imari Pattern Bowl

STAFFORDSHIRE IMARI PATTERN BOWL
Era: 1850-1899
Origin: Staffordshire, England
Style: English Interpretation of Japanese Imari

OVERVIEW:
A substantial Victorian-era bowl exhibiting the English interpretation of Japanese Imari decoration, produced in the Staffordshire pottery district during the height of Asian-influenced design in British ceramics.

SPECIFICATIONS:
• Diameter: ~9 inches
• Height: 2.25 inches
• Material: Earthenware/Pottery
• Origin: Staffordshire, England
• Type: Decorative Serving Bowl

DESIGN ELEMENTS:
• Pattern:
- Traditional Imari color scheme
- Floral and geometric motifs
- Fan-shaped cartouches
- Scattered leaf designs
- Dense all-over pattern

• Color Palette:
- Cobalt blue accents
- Iron red florals
- White ground
- Gilt highlights
- Salmon pink details

• Form:
- Scalloped rim edge
- Fluted wall construction
- Shallow bowl shape
- Organic form
- Dimensional surface

CONDITION:
Good Antique Condition
• Expected crazing
• Underside browning
• Minor chip/hairline crack (barely visible/smooth surface intact)
• Age-appropriate wear
• Structurally sound

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:
During the Victorian era, Staffordshire potteries produced numerous interpretations of Japanese Imari ware to meet the British market's fascination with Oriental designs. These pieces represented a uniquely English approach to Asian decorative arts, adapting Japanese motifs to British tastes and manufacturing techniques.

MAKER'S MARKS:
Unknown specific maker, but consistent with Staffordshire production techniques and patterns

DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS:
• Victorian interior accent
• Centerpiece display
• Cabinet showcase piece
• Collection display
• Decorative serving piece

COLLECTING NOTE:
English Imari patterns from this period are highly collectible, representing the Victorian fascination with Asian decorative arts and the technical achievements of Staffordshire potteries in interpreting these designs.