Chinese Blue White Botanical Plate after Maria Sybille Merian Qianlong (1736-95)

You are bidding for a Chinese Blue & White Porcelain Plate #1. Unmarked on the base, Qianlong Period (1736-1795).
Country:
China
Material:
Porcelain
 'Decorated in the blue & white palette, The fine, briskly executed brushwork depicts flowering roses and enclosed by an cobalt a broad band of elaborate strap work, stylized pomegranate and bats at the border scrolls.'.
 

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The main image is taken from a design that is traditionally attributed to Maria Sybille Merian (1646-1717), a remarkable Natural Historian and botanical artiste who travelled to the Dutch West Indies in 1698. She later published a book of her drawings, Metamorphosis Insectorum Surinamensium (published in Holland in 1705 and in France in 1771 with the title “Histoire Générale des Insectes de Surinam et de toute l’Europe“). It is not know which source had been used, as the complete image is not found in her books.

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 Acquired from the charming Tudor Manor House in Southern England, this unique collection of high-quality porcelain pieces is now offered for sale.

  • Condition: FAIR - 1 x chip on the border edge (2cm wide), lots of chipping on the rim edge and light scratches; otherwise, it is in fair condition. Please see the pictures carefully.
  • Sizes: Height 2.7cm 

                         Diameter 22.7cm

  • Worldwide Shipping: I am happy to COMBINE SHIPPING whenever possible. You will be happy with the careful packaging Without extra charges. If you have any questions in regards to shipping a particular item please do not hesitate to contact me.

Terms of sale

All the items will be sold to the buyer at a Fixed Price; however the offers are welcome. 

Each item is a beautiful representation of traditional Chinese craftsmanship and would make a stunning addition to any collection or home decor. If you or someone you know is interested in purchasing these exquisite pieces, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. Thank you for your time and consideration.



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