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Object: Imari plate from the late Edo period (1820-60), decorated in underglaze blue as well as overglaze red, green, aubergine and gold.

Decoration: Mostly abstract; four reserves with scholars' objects. In the centre a phoenix.

Size: Diameter 22 cm (9").

Marks: "Dai Min sei ka nen sei" in Japanese kanji characters (underglaze blue) - a spurious Ming Chenghua reign mark.

State: Excellent - no cracks, chips or repairs. A little wear from stacking (see pictures).

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