18th Century Armorial Chinese Export Porcelain Plate

Pair of Export Porcelain Armorial Soup Plates China, c. 1731 Centering the arms of Yonge, enclosed by the motto of the order of the Bath, flanked by a boar and griffon, surmounted by...

18th century, oval platters with a sphinx in gilt and cobalt blue at top of each, delicate borders in same colors, unglazed underside.  

Chinese, late 18th to early 19th century for the English and American markets. An instant collection for any admirer of Chinese export porcelain!!!! This grouping would fill a shelf for display in any home. This stunning collection encompasses a variety of objects including: 1) Vase with spider web style armorial decoration (rubbed) - 10" h x 5" w 2) Pair, scalloped edge armorial plates - 7.5" w 3 & 4) Armorial coffee pot with gold armorial detailing (chipped spout, replaced lid and stable spider crack to bottom) - 8.625" h x 8.5" d x 5" w. 5) Tea Caddy (chunk missing from neck rim) - 5.75" h x 3.125" w x 1.375" d 6, 7, 8 & 9) Coffee & tea cups - 2.5" h lg and 2" small 10 & 11) Pair, small syrup jugs...

Beautiful small white porcelain plate decorated with different flowers such as petunias and phlox. Leaves seem to fly. A small plum is hidden on the back of the plate. We discover a work of extreme finesse. The lines are very fine and delicate. The arrival of porcelain in Europe was linked to the development of shipping and international trade. Porcelain was very popular in Europe because of its lightness and durability. The importation from China is linked to the lack of mastery of this technique by the Europeans. The French, Dutch and British East India...