A Chinese famille rose 'double peacock' dish, Qianlong (1736-1795)
A Chinese famille rose 'double peacock' dish, Qianlong (1736-1795)
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Description
A Chinese famille rose 'double peacock' dish, Qianlong (1736-1795), painted in enamels and gilt, the centre with a peacock and peahen perched on rockwork beside a large peony-blossom amongst various flowering branches, within a spear-head border to the cavetto, the wide rim with garlands of flowers enclosed by a geometric patterned border, interspersed by cartouches containing scrolls, diameter: 28 cm. (11 1/8in.); condition: good. King Joao VI of Portugal is known to have owned a service in this pattern.
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|---|---|
| Material and Technique | Enamelled Porcelain |
| Origin | Asian |
| Period | 18th Century |
| Style | Other |
| Condition | Excellent |
| Diameter | 28 cm. (11 1/8in.) |
Product REF: W273
