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Origin: Japan (Arita kilns)
Date: Late 19th century, Meiji period (circa 1880–1910)
Materials: Hand-painted porcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze …
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Origin: Japan (Arita kilns)
Date: Late 19th century, Meiji period (circa 1880–1910)
Materials: Hand-painted porcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze enamels; wood stand
Condition: Very good antique condition with minor age-appropriate wear
A rare and highly decorative antique Japanese Imari porcelain soup tureen modeled in the form of a turtle, produced during the Meiji period for the Western export market. The tureen is richly hand-painted in the classic Imari palette of iron red, cobalt blue, and enamel accents, featuring floral motifs and auspicious decorative elements across the shell and body.
The sculptural turtle form was traditionally associated with longevity and prosperity, while also appealing to Western dining customs of the late 19th century, when turtle and mock-turtle soup were considered formal table fare. This example retains its original fitted lid and is presented on a matching wood display stand, enhancing both stability and visual presence.
This piece works beautifully as a centerpiece, cabinet display object, or statement accent in traditional, eclectic, or collected interiors.
Authentic Meiji-period Japanese Imari porcelain
Rare figural turtle tureen form
Hand-painted decoration with rich color and detail
Includes original lid and wood stand
Striking as both functional serveware and decorative art object
Style:
Traditional
Asian Antiques
Grand Tour / Collected
Period:
Late 19th Century
Place of Origin:
Japan
Materials:
Porcelain
Wood
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Imari soup tureen, Japanese Imari porcelain, turtle tureen, Meiji porcelain, antique Japanese ceramics, figural tureen, Asian antique decor, Imari ware, statement serveware
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- Dimensions
- 12ʺW × 7ʺD × 6.5ʺH
- Styles
- Grand Tour
- Japanese
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Turtle Shell
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Minor surface wear consistent with age and use. No visible cracks or repairs observed. Colors remain strong and well preserved. … moreMinor surface wear consistent with age and use. No visible cracks or repairs observed. Colors remain strong and well preserved. Stand shows light wear consistent with age. less
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