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MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY), GILT MARK YABU MEIZAN
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A Pair of Earthenware Dishes
Meiji period (late 19th century), gilt mark Yabu Meizan
Each decorated in polychrome enamels and gilt over a clear, crackled glaze with a fan-shaped central panel containing beauties engaged in "elegant pursuits" or people making rice cakes (mochi), the surrounding areas painted with large peony blossoms bordered by a band of chevrons
6 1/8in. (15.6cm.) diameter (2)
Meiji period (late 19th century), gilt mark Yabu Meizan
Each decorated in polychrome enamels and gilt over a clear, crackled glaze with a fan-shaped central panel containing beauties engaged in "elegant pursuits" or people making rice cakes (mochi), the surrounding areas painted with large peony blossoms bordered by a band of chevrons
6 1/8in. (15.6cm.) diameter (2)