A Rare Kakiemon Bowl
Edo period (late 17th century)
With lobed and pierced rim supported by a shaped and pierced tripod stand, decorated in iron-red, blue, green and black enamels and gilt with two butterflies amongst chrysanthemums and peonies issuing from rockwork, the stand with karakusa
23.5 cm. diam., 11 cm. high
A Rare Kakiemon Bowl
Edo period (late 17th century)
With lobed and pierced rim supported by a shaped and pierced tripod stand, decorated in iron-red, blue, green and black enamels and gilt with two butterflies amongst chrysanthemums and peonies issuing from rockwork, the stand with karakusa
23.5 cm. diam., 11 cm. high