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Late 17th - early 18th century

Dish with Design of Peonies and a Rock Formation

Artist/maker unknown

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Nabeshima-style wares are highly refined and feature underglaze blue and overglaze enamel decoration in applied colors such as red, yellow, and bluish-green. The backs of dishes also have underglaze blue decoration, usually depicting jewels bound with ribbons, peonies, and similar motifs.

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