"Large Japanese Ceramic Dish, 1st Half Of The 20th Century"
Important Japanese glazed ceramic dish from the first half of the 20th century. Decorated with a dragon and a phoenix. This fire animal embodies the cycle of life, rebirth, immortality and triumph. The phoenix associated with the dragon represents the imperial couple. This legendary animal is often present in Japanese art. Diameter 45 cm x height 5.5 cm. The dish is in very good condition.