JAPAN, Imari - EDO period (1603-1868), 18th century. Covered porcelain vase in Imari polychrome enamel with reserves of flowering terraces under cherry blossoms and onagadori rooster among bamboo. The shoulder is decorated with reserves of phoenixes and chrysanthemums. Lid in the form of a shishi on a rock (accident glued to lid, inside lid missing). Height Height : 62.5 cm Provenance : La Rochefoucauld Collection at Château de Verteuil. Expert: Mrs Alice Jossaume, PORTIER Associés firm