Ming dynasty (1368-1644), blue and white porcelain plate with a central chrysanthemum design surrounded by a ruyi and Daoist emblem band, made in a provincial style for the Southeast Asian market.

1 1/2 in., 10 3/8 in. diameter

Private Collection, New London, North Carolina

I. M. Chait, March 12, 2000, Lot 160.

Small fretting to rim; minor glaze defects, and small rim repair; not examined under UV blacklight.