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Chinese Export Armorial Plate, c. 1730

Creator: Chinese Porcelain
Offered by: Robert Morrissey Antiques & Fine Art

Description
Early Chinese Export porcelain armorial plate, the center painted with the arms Curzon, the border with underglaze blue flower and trellis decoration with gilt accents. See David Howard, "Chinese Armorial Porcelain" Vol 1, (1974) p. 173.

This plate is from the first generation of armorial services made for the English market. Of the 3,325 armorial services classified by David Howard, only 57, or 1.7% fall within this category of 'underglaze blue' decoration, which was in vogue from 1695-1735.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	China
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Porcelain
Condition:	Good. Excellent condition. No chips, cracks or repairs. Rubbing and wear to the arms, as visible in the photos.
Creation Date:	1730
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Baroque, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	2023478
Incollect Reference #:	352709

Dimensions

Diam.	9 in;
Diam.	22.86 cm;

Message from Seller:

Robert Morrissey Antiques & Fine Art, established in 1948, specializes in period European furniture, modern design, and an extensive selection of paintings and sculpture. Contact us at 314.644.7066 or robert@robertmorrissey.com to explore our curated collection.

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