W-79-0427
Chinese Export for the Portuguese Market Imari Style Porcelain Gilt Saucer
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DETAILS
A small antique side plate or saucer hand painted in the Imari palette with a castle and trees. This pattern matches the tea service made for D. Pedro de Sousa Holstein, 1st Duke of Faial and Palmela (Portuguese, 1781–1850). Holstein was considered one of the most important Portuguese diplomats and statesmen in the early to mid 19th century. He was Prime Minister of Portugal (1834-35).
LITERATURE
Pattern illustrated: Jenny Dreyfus, Louça da aristocracia no Brasil (Dishes of the Aristocracy in Brazil), 1982, pages 135-136
STYLE
Chinese Export
COLOR(S)
Cobalt blue, iron red, gold
PLACE OF ORIGIN
China
MARKS
Unmarked
PERIOD
Jiaqing (1796-1820) | Late 18th century
DATE
Circa 1800
DIMENSIONS
Width 5.5 Depth 5.5 Height 1 inches
CONDITION
Note: some wear to gilt.
