A magnificent large antique Chinese porcelain Wanli charger, with a central decoration of grasshopper balancing on rocks, surrounded by peonies, moths and a sun behind clouds. Panels with buddhist treasures, swastikas, dots and lines, executed in an excellent underglaze blue and white . In the border a classical decoration of geometrical and floral patterns. Handcrafted in ancient Imperial China during the Ming dynasty, Wanli period (ca. 1580). On the backside a decoration of circles and lines, with a perfect Wanli foot rim. Guaranteed original and of the stated period. Diameter: 32,2 centimeter Condition: The object is in overall fair condition, restored but complete (except for a few small chips). The condition is carefully checked with strong UV-light and bright translucent white light. Shipping method: This lot will be securely packed and shipped with insurance, without stand. Buy multiple lots from this seller and save on shipping costs, for multiple lots you’ll pay the shipping costs only once.