A Japanese Imari saucer-dish, Genroku period (1688-1704), Decorated in under-glaze blue, gilt and enamels, with vases, birds and flowers. 21.8 cm diameter. For a dish with similar design see Tageshi Nagataki, 'Imari, Famous Ceramics of Japan Vol. 6', Kodansha, 1982, plate 31. Exhibited. The Raymond Mitchell Collection, Mossgreen Estate, 26/27th February 2007. Lot: 513.