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Pair of Large Canton Enamel Plates

Qianlong period, ca: mid-18th century

Description

Unusual in forming a pair, right and left. Decorated with flowerings plants and butterflies; bordered by a narrow yellow band with flowers and tendrils; the rim with floral reserves and medallions set upon a purplish diaper ground. The reverse side with complementary decoration, and the underfoot with chilin in blue upon a yellow ground. Of fine quality with stylistic reference to porcelain plates of the period.

Diameter: 10 ⅜ inches (26.4 cm.)

Ex: Private New York Collection

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