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Shallow dish

Chinese export for Dutch market
around 1720
Object Place: East Asia, China for export

Medium/Technique Porcelain, colored enamels, gilding
Dimensions Height x diameter: 4.1 × 27.3 cm (1 5/8 × 10 3/4 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Edward Pickman
Accession Number62.807
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsCeramicsPorcelain

DescriptionSlightly fluted border of pointed-arch panels with Chinese figures alternating with plant forms, diaper edge. In the center a large coat of arms labeled FRIESLAND between birds and flowers. Shaped rim, broken and riveted (piece missing). Floral sprays under rim. Set with 62.808.
InscriptionsLabel affixed to underside, inscribed in pen, " T. L. 3901 [?] / Mrs. Edw. Pickman"