Lot Essay
For a similar example, see Nagatake, Takeshi, Iro Shima Nabe, (Imaizumi Imauemon, September, 1973), p. 29.
EDO PERIOD (LATE 17TH CENTURY)
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A NABESHIMA DISH
Edo Period (Late 17th Century)
Decorated in iron red enamel on underglaze blue and celadon with a blossoming cherry tree by a stylised shore with segaiha wave design, the outside surface with sprays of stylised chrysanthemums and scrolling foliage, the raised foot with a band of lappets, some old rubbing to the enamels
8.1/8in. (20.5cm.) diam.
Edo Period (Late 17th Century)
Decorated in iron red enamel on underglaze blue and celadon with a blossoming cherry tree by a stylised shore with segaiha wave design, the outside surface with sprays of stylised chrysanthemums and scrolling foliage, the raised foot with a band of lappets, some old rubbing to the enamels
8.1/8in. (20.5cm.) diam.
Sale room notice
The catalogue's description should read:
"... with a blossoming plum" not a cherry tree and "...with sprays of stylised peonies" not chrysanthemums.
"... with a blossoming plum" not a cherry tree and "...with sprays of stylised peonies" not chrysanthemums.