19th Century Meiji Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Tray Platter Song Bird & Blooms

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A magnificent Japanese porcelain tray or platter
Stunning hand painted polychrome garden scene depicting two song birds, one on a … Read more A magnificent Japanese porcelain tray or platter
Stunning hand painted polychrome garden scene depicting two song birds, one on a blooming the, the other in flight over a floral garden
Intricate geometrical band around the edge
Red, green, blue, beige Satsuma palette with golden highlights
Extremely fine brush work, masterly executed, way above the average Satsuma production in harmony with the exquisite Japanese aesthetics
Signed lower left by the artist
Circa late 19th century, Meiji period (1868-1912)

Measurements: Approximately 14.5" x 11" x 2.25"
It weighs 4 lbs. 12 oz.

Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Unobtrusive, minor glaze roughness at the lower right corner. All original. See less