Large earthenware dish in the form of a lotus leaf and flowers, Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912) It is polychrome enameled in the imitation of two lotus leaves, one of which features small crabs strolling alongside lotus stems, flowers and fruit. The underside is cream enameled with an oval molded mark that is difficult to read. Probably Banko kiln. D. 41 cm (accidents and missing parts)