Japan, Edo period, late 17th/early 18th century An Imari porcelain octagonal covered vase decorated with peonies on the body, lobed cartouches on the shoulder containing bamboos, shishi and chrysanthemums, the lid decorated with flowers, bamboos and butterflies with a shishi-shaped grip on a rock, red lacquered. Chips to the rim, missing and restoration to the inside of the lid. H. 44 cm