Open a larger version of the following image in a popup: A PAIR OF JAPANESE IMARI ‘QUAIL’ DISHES, 1700-1750
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A PAIR OF JAPANESE IMARI ‘QUAIL’ DISHES, 1700-1750
Diameter: 22cm ; 8 1/2 ins

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Of circular form, decorated in the Japanese Imari palate of underglaze blue, iron red, and highlighted in gold, painted to the centre with a pair of quail beneath tall grasses...

Provenance

Dr. Christopher and Mrs Girton, who collected the 'Two Quail' pattern. Dr. Girton wrote a catalogue, The Two Quail Pattern: 300 Years of Design on Porcelain. A History of the Pattern and a Catalogue of Porcelain Factories from the East and the West. He exhibited his collection at The Museum of Worcester Porcelain, Worcester.

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The quail a symbol of courage and protection in Japanese mythology. They are associated with resilience, prosperity, and beauty.  Quail among tall autumn grasses was a popular motif among Chinese painters in the imperial court during the Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279). This theme was carried to Japan, where it continues on painting and appears on different styles of porcelain, including Kakiemon. They also appear in classical Japanese literature, notably The Tale of Genji.
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