18th Century Rare Chinese Export, Pair of Armorial Plates - Deo Duce Ferro Comitante

Description

Chinese Export - Pair of Armorial Plates with Center Crest of Fire-Breathing Dragons and the Motto ''Deo Duce Ferro Comitante'', … more Chinese Export - Pair of Armorial Plates with Center Crest of Fire-Breathing Dragons and the Motto ''Deo Duce Ferro Comitante'', Latin for "God as my Leader, and Iron/Sword as My Companion"

Origin: China.

Circa: 1780.

Material: Porcelain.

Item condition: One plate with one chip out of the rim and one small hairline crack. Both plates with stains on the front and on the back. Some faded surfaces on the gold. Age weathered surfaces. Condition is appropriate for age and use. See photos for complete assessment.

Dimensions:

Diameter: 7.55 inches

Depth: 0.70 inches

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