A rare blue and white porcelain plate for the Islamic market, China, Ming (1368-1644). Photo courtesy Czerny's

Curved sides resting on a short, ring-shaped foot. Finely decorated with woven branches of lotus flowers. The external surface decorated with cranes flying among clouds. Non-enamelled base featuring several ink inscriptions in Arabic characters. A large starcrack at the base. D.40 cm. Estimated Price: €20,000 - €30,000

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