1740 Chinese Export Porcelain Vase of Peonies in Famille Rose Palette Plates - A Pair

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Pair Antique 18th c. Chinese export porcelain plates decorated with a central reserve showing a vase of peonies within a … more Pair Antique 18th c. Chinese export porcelain plates decorated with a central reserve showing a vase of peonies within a rare black border enhanced by gilding. The combination of colors including pink and yellow is quite successful. These measure 8 7/8" in diameter. One plate in good condition with a few small chips under the rim visible on the back and faint hairline. Second plate broken and restuck - no over painting - displays well. Provenance - Matthew and Elizabeth Sharpe. less