A Pair of Japanese Imari Dishes

Late 18th century, porcelain hand painted with large peonies and chrysanthemums in iron red, dark blue, and gilt encircling a central medallion with a vase featuring sprays of cherry blossoms and irises, underside with kiln spur marks to center, flora painted around the sides.

1 3/4 x 11 1/4 in. diameter,

Private Collection, Wilmington, North Carolina

One plate with rim chip.