Pair of Kangxi Imari Plates

Chinese export porcelain plates, c. 1720.

Dimensions: Each approximately 9” diameter.

Decoration:  

The border is edged in gold and decorated with iron red, blue, and gold flowers.

The cavetto is decorated with a blue diaper pattern interspersed with iron red and gold flowers.

The center is decorated with a vase holding peacock feathers on a stand and surrounded by flowers, all in the imari palette.

The reverse rim is decorated with a pair of simple hand painted stems, reeds, or grasses.

Condition: In excellent condition consistent with age and usage. Please examine the photos; they are part of the description.