Japanese porcelain plate with floral and bird design, Meiji - Lot 179

Japanese porcelain plate with floral and bird design, Meiji period (1868-1912) Large Japanese porcelain plate decorated in polychrome enamels, depicting peonies in bloom in the center, accompanied by butterflies and a bird in flight with outstretched wings, the wing adorned with a rich decoration of fruit and foliage punctuated by stylized butterflies, the whole framed by a golden ochre fillet forming a reserve, a composition characteristic of export productions of the Meiji period, combining finesse of line and a vivid palette on a white background. Details: Origin Japan; Meiji period (1868-1912); material glazed porcelain; diameter 31 cm; weight 1,240 g; condition light wear consistent with age.