Antique Japanese Meiji Era Octagonal Ceramic Imari Plates Ikebana Motif Cloisonne but rather stamp ones name

but rather stamp ones name with a chop or inkan like this one

which has a high starch content and is therefore rather sticky

Diameter = 9 1/2" (28cm)   Height = 3 1/4" (10cm)  Weight = 3lbs 4oz

or entryway

To this day such dolls / sculptures are placed out on Boys Day to welcome in good favor for a strong and healthy son

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Octagonal Ceramic Imari Plates Ikebana Motif Cloisonne but rather stamp ones nameThis is an antique Japanese Meiji era (c1890's) Octagonal Imari plate with a transfer print of two Ikebana arrangements surrounded by traditional designs. Straight sided plates where more challenging to make and fire.