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A "Sobral" Qianlong Tray (c.1775)
Estimate €5.000–8.000
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Lidded tureen and armorial stand, Qianlong (1736-1795)
Estimate €1.200–2.000
Description
In export porcelain.
Polychrome and gilt decoration, arranged in bands, with vine branches with leaves and bunches of grapes, flowering branches and a coat of arms, depicting on the left the arms of the Robertson family; on the right unidentified, with motto «VIRTUTIS GLORIA MERCES».
China, Qianlong reign (1736–1795).
(tureen with hairlines, slight wear to the gilding)
23x33.5x24 cm (tureen); 30.5x36.5 cm (platter)
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