Plat, M.C. 2019-186(2)

Dating in century: 19th century object type(s): japan name(s): tableware and kitchen utensils materials and techniques: porcelain place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: diameter: 39cm description: large imari style porcelain dish with polychrome decoration on the cover. In the large central medallion there is a landscape with pine trees, rocks, two birds in flight and a pavilion. Around the medallion three chinese lions (karashishi) alternate three other smaller medallions decorated with a circular gold peony motif on a cobalt blue background. Other peonies drawn on a red background surround the medallions. This dish is one of the quality utensils sometimes mass-produced for export whose decorations are often in the style inspired by china, as shown by this motif, in particular the rapprochement of chinese lions and peonies. Marks, inscriptions, hallmarks: fu-ki chō-shun 富貴長春 mode of acquisition: legacy date of acquisition: 2019 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2019-186. Unknown date