Canton enamel octagonal platter, late 18th century
Canton enamel octagonal platter, late 18th century
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Description
Canton enamel octagonal platter, late 18th century, decorated in the centre with peonies, chrysanthemums and insects including a butterfly and dragonfly enclosed by a narrow blue band with florets and scrolling foliage, the rim with four lobed cartouches containing flowers including prunus, peony and chrysanthemum, interspersed with four roundels containing a stylised wave pattern, all against a green diaper ground, the reverse painted with elaborate floral scrolls in blue to each of the four longer sides.
Diameter: 31 cm. (12 3/16in.)
Condition: Chips neatly restored
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Material and Technique | Copper decorated with enamels |
| Origin | Chinese |
| Period | 18th Century |
| Condition | Very good |
| Diameter | 31 cm. (12 3/16in.) |
Product REF: W220
