Late Edo Polychrome Plate

Japanese export porcelain plate, c. 1825.
 
Dimensions: Approximately 12” diameter.
 
Decoration: 
The dish is decorated with a large central medallion surrounded by colorful images.
 
The central medallion bears the image of a Buddhist lion resting its front feet on a Buddhist cash coin symbol instead of the usual ball. Beneath the medallion there is also an image of the Buddhist cash coin symbol tied to the medallion by a ribbon.
 
Surrounding the medallion are vibrant flowers and leaves and a pair of gilded Japanese phoenixes or hoo birds.
 
The reverse is decorated with thin blue band and two sets of alternating blue designs.
 
The base bears a kiln spur and an apocryphal mark and stands on a foot rim encircled with blue bands.
 
References:
Impey, “Japanese Export Porcelain”.
Jorg, “Fine & Curious, Japanese Export Porcelain in Dutch Collections”.
 
Condition: Minor wear to enamels; otherwise in excellent condition consistent with age and usage. Please examine the photos; they are part of the description.