An Impressively Large Chinese Kraak Ware Charger

Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli period (1563-1620), extremely large dish hand painted in underglaze blue with a sprouting vase with large blooms to the center and alternating shaped panels to rim border with flowers and Buddhist treasure motifs.

3 3/4 in., 20 1/8 in. diameter

From a Private Collection, Washington, D.C.

Extensive repair and restoration.