Edo period (1615-1868), late 17th/early 18th centuryDecorated in Kyoto style in blue and green enamels and gilding with an all-over design of ho-o (phoenixes) in flight among large flowering stalks of peony; the neck with a repeated pattern of shippo-hanabishi (flowery diamond-linked jewels). 29.5cm (11 5/8in) high.