Antique 19th century Meiji Period Japanese Kutani Porcelain Plate Dish

 
 
A good quality Antique, 19th century, Meiji Period, Japanese Kutani porcelain plate - dish, with a thick and heavy body, extremely well potted, and beautifully hand painted and enameled with peonies and birds.
 
Please note that this type of Kutani porcelain with a thick body was made generally for the domestic Japanese market.  
 

 
 
MEASUREMENTS: Diameter 25 cm (9 7/8 in) Height: 4.5 cm (1 3/8 in).  
 

 
 
CONDITION: In good condition: no cracks, no chips or repairs.