A Chinese Export Porcelain Lotus and Chrysanthemum Center Bowl

Kangxi period (1662-1722), porcelain hand painted in Imari palette with alternating chrysanthemum and lotus flowers to the exterior surface, center well of bowl with chrysanthemum in blue circle, bands of patterns encircle the wide rim, underside is unmarked.

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

From a Private Collection, Washington, D.C.

Hairline to rim and center well; two areas of repair and restoration to sides of bowl and to underside.