Japan, Arita, Edo period, c. 1780-1820.
With scalloped ribbed rim, decorated in underglaze blue with two European Nanban (Southern Barbarians or westerners) figures, probably Portuguese judging by the helmets or maybe Dutchmen, holding clay pipes, standing next to a table with vase in front of a European roofed house with flags. Chenghua 6-character mark.
Dimensions:
Diameter 15.5 cm, height 2.2 cm.
Condition:
Perfect condition, no damages.
Inv. No: MW109