Celadon Chinese porcelain plate 'Famille Rose' mounted in...

Elegant and scenographic Chinese porcelain plate with an aquamarine/celadon ground, skillfully mounted in Europe between the late 19th and early 20th century with a luxurious chased and gilded bronze (ormolu) mounting to be used as a tray, centerpiece or catchall. The porcelain is entirely hand-painted with overglaze enamels in the Famille Rose palette (fencai). The rich decorative repertoire includes peonies, pomegranates, prickly pear, longevity gourds (hulu), butterflies and a vividly colored flying bird of paradise, traditional symbols in Chinese culture linked to prosperity, fertility and long life. The European bronze mounting in Rococo / Napoleonic III style features finely chased scroll-leaf handles and a studded pierced border. On the reverse, the original three-arm support firmly holds the porcelain without any drilling or alteration of the ceramic structure. On the bottom of the porcelain there is a blue underglaze seal mark referring to Emperor Qianlong. Origin of porcelain: China Origin of mounting: Europe (France / Italy) Period: Late Qing Dynasty / Early Republican Period (ca. 1880–1920) Material: Glazed porcelain hand-painted with overglaze enamels and chased gilt bronze Condition: Very good overall historical conservation. The porcelain shows no cracks, restorations or chips. Beautiful patina on the gilding of the bronze (please refer to the photographic gallery for further details). Dimensions: Porcelain plate diameter: ca. 20–21 cm Maximum span with handles: ca. 28–30 cm

Estimate:£168.4

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