Chinese Famille Rose (Quin Dynasty) porcelain dish. Circa 1750-1780. Ref. P/91

Description: Chinese Famille Rose (Quin Dynasty) porcelain dish. Circa 1750-1780. Ref. P/91
Maker: Unknown
Date: Estimated 1750 - 1780
History: Famille-rose enamels (meaning the pink family) were introduced around 1720 for the decoration of porcelain. The name given Famille-rose originated with a French scholar around 1862 and has been used extensively to describe this particular porcelain. These enamels were opaque to semi-translucent and were excellent for decoration. The pink tones were usually the dominant colours and was due to a red oxide colouration. However, yellow, green and purple colours also appear. Famille-rose started appearing on the European market in the early 18^th century and in large quantities.  Europe had never seen such fine porcelain! Known as foreign colours by the Chinese it is possibly these colours were due to the influence of the Jesuits visiting the Imperial court
Description: This is a beautifully painted bowl, showing incredibly fine workmanship. Take note of the gilding added after the initial firing.
Condition: For its age, it remains in good condition.  There is a 1.5cm crack on the rim but it is very fine. Another crack of 1cm is seem on the underneath of the rim but does nort penetrate to the top. Some ver small chips to the rim as to be expected. The decoration remains in very good condition with virtually no sign of wear. No knife marks can be observed. The usual glazing pit marks associated with this time period are evident on the front and back of the plate.
Dimensions: The diameter of the dish is 23cm and the height 3.6 cm 

Price: R 1,200.00

 Please note, I am NOT a qualified archaeologist/antiquarian and the description I have given is based on research of the subject.
This is a genuine antique. Please remember the classification of an 'antique' is that it should be 100 years old, OR MORE. 

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