Japanese
Arita/Imari-ware Bowl, 18th–19th century, Fuko, Late Edo Period
Not on view
Porcelain
Dimensions3 15/16 × 7 1/8 in. (10 × 18.1 cm)
Gift of Angela E. Garrett in memory of her daughter, Julie A. Garrett, 1981.42
Arita ware, like this bowl, are objects made in the Arita province of Hizen in southern Japan. It was the first Japanese porcelain to be produced and was developed by Korean potters living
in this region during the early Edo period. It became one of the most prominent locations for the creation of porcelain objects, especially those made for the export market.
This bowl is decorated in the Imari ware style, a term given by Europeans to describe the vibrant colors and intricate designs. Japanese artists favored deep blues, reds, and gold accents to decorate these white porcelain objects and their style became so popular that many European factories began copying the
vibrant colors and designs of Imari ware.
