CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN IMARI PLATE PAIR QIANLONG 18C.

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CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN IMARI PLATE PAIR QIANLONG 18C.

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Sold Date: 03/08/2008
Channel: Online Auction
Source: eBay
Category: Ethnic, Folk & Native American Art

A pair of Chinese export Imari porcelainplates, Qianlong period, 18th century

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On offer is this matching pair of antique Imari porcelain plates, originating from China. A blue color is painted under the glaze, while the iron red and gilt decoration is applied over the glaze. These lovely objects were made for the export market to Europe and are dating to the mid of the 18th century. They were produced during the reign of emperor Qianlong (Chien Lung, Kien Long), whose reign covers a large part of the 18th century (1736 -1795). Imari porcelain was often traded by the Dutch East Indies Company (V.O.C.), which had special trading privileges to Japan (Decima Island) and China. The wealthy Dutch upper class adored the subtle Imari porcelain and were prepared to pay high prices for it. Although manufactured to be used, most of this Oriental porcelain was displayed in special China cabinets in distinguished houses. It's not until the 1790's that as a result of the Napoleonic war, the Dutch stopped the China trade completely, and their market share was taken over by English and American traders. The VOC came to an end in 1799.

These plates are obviously of Chinese origin, in view of the cobalt color of the blue under glaze and the clear iron red which was used for the over glaze decoration. The plates show a central decoration of blossoming flowers and an insect, surrounded by an ornate floral border The backs have a plain white glaze and are unmarked. Both plates display very nicely. Both have a rim hairline, as visible on the pictures. One plate has continuous rim frittings, while the other has a minor rim chip. The diameter of these early plates is 9 inches (230 mm).

Please view the pictures, which give a good impression of the quality of these lovely objects. Please note that this auction does not include the display stands visible on the picture. I guarantee age (18th century) and authenticity of these oriental porcelain collector's items, originating from a Dutch estate. Please view my other auctions for attractive Chinese export porcelain. I will be happy to combine shipments at lower costs.

Shipping and payment: I will ship worldwide. Costs of shipping will be on account of buyer and will be kept as low as possible. Overseas shipping (outside Europe) costs will be US$ 26.00 by standard mail, or $ 36.00 by registered priority mail (recommended). Inland and European mail will be less. Personal or cashiers checks will be charged extra. Insurance is optional at 2% of the final value. USA and Asia: I prefer PayPal. Eurozone and inland: direct European IBAN/BIC bank transfer. I always pack very carefully and will ship within 24 hours after receipt of payment. Please view my other auctions for similar objects. I will be happy to combine shipments at lower costs. Have a look at my current offers of fine antiques and collectibles: www.haffmansantiek.nl . Please e-mail me for further information: