Early19c Japanese CLOISONNE PLATE PEONIES & butterfly ex Rare Art Inc.

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Early 19th century Japanese cloisonne plate decorated with a butterfly in flight over blooming peony bushes, all within a brocade border. Rare Art Inc. sticker on the back, bold powerful design, rare and early piece in terms of Japanese cloisonne, from the period of transition from Chinese to Japanese style. The back is decorated with a typical Japanese scrolling design. Very pleasant matte finish with original pitting. Diameter 7 5/16 inches.

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Early19c Japanese CLOISONNE PLATE PEONIES & butterfly ex Rare Art Inc.

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