Japan Meiji Cloisonne Fish Platter

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonné Fish Basket Plate, 12"
A finely detailed cloisonné charger from Japan's Meiji period (1868–1912), depicting a bream and companion fish resting in a woven fishing basket with a rod, bamboo grass, and shells, on a rich cobalt ground. The wired border features an intricate floral and butterfly roundel pattern, echoed in fine scrollwork on the reverse.
- Diameter: 12"
- Origin: Japan, Meiji era
- Material: Enamel on copper/bronze (cloisonné), wired cloisonné border
- Condition: Antique condition; small areas of enamel fritting and light wear along the edges from the original wire mounts, consistent with age and display — please see photos for detail

A detailed, narrative scene that stands out among Meiji cloisonné — a strong piece for collectors of Japanese decorative arts.