
521
A round tureen with cover Qianlong (1736-1795)
Estimate €400–800
520
Estimate €2.000–4.000
Export porcelain.
Blue and gilt decoration depicting flowers and bows with garlands. High-relief cover depicting roses.
China, Jiaqing reign (1796–1820)
(one cover with minor restorations to the rim, handles and spouts restored, slight wear to the polychromy and gilding)
13.5x24.5x20.5cm (covered dish); 25x30cm (serving platter)
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