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Beautiful vintage Japanese porcelain bowl featuring a rich iron-red ground with an elaborate gilt dragon winding around the exterior among stylized clouds. The dragon is finely detailed with an expressive head, open mouth, flowing whiskers, scales, and clawed feet. The decoration continues around the circumference of the bowl, accented by gold bands. The interior features a decorative scalloped gold border beneath the rim, along with remnants of an original gilded design in the center. The underside is finished in white glaze and bears a two-character red Japanese mark reading 永楽 (Eiraku), associated with the historic Eiraku pottery tradition of Kyoto, Japan.
Measurements:Diameter across top: 9½ inches Height: 3 7/16 inches A substantial and attractive example of Japanese decorative porcelain, with a striking red-and-gold dragon design and an identifiable Eiraku mark. Please examine all photographs carefully, particularly the decorative wear, as they form an important part of the description.
Good antique/vintage condition structurally, with noticeable age-related decorative wear. Considerable rubbing and loss of original gilding, particularly on the interior center. Surface scratches, scuffs, and wear to the red finish are present, along with wear to the gold rim decoration. Some discoloration and wear around the underside foot ring. No cracks or repairs observed upon visual inspection. Please review all photographs for details of condition.
