Description: SEVEN-PIECE JAPANESE CLOISONNé ENAMEL FOOTED PLAQUE Late Meiji Period
A central circular medallion with cranes in flight on a blue ground, diameter 15.5". Surrounded by six quadrilateral pieces that fit around the exterior of the circle, each with a floral motif on a matching blue ground. Borders of pieces with matching moth motif. Each piece on a shaped metal foot. Overall diameter when assembled 30".
Provenance: Collection of Ambassador Charles R. Crane (1858-1939).