A LARGE VERTE-IMARI 'EQUESTRIAN WARRIOR' DISH, KANGXI PERIOD (1662-1722)
A LARGE VERTE-IMARI 'EQUESTRIAN WARRIOR' DISH
KANGXI PERIOD (1662-1722)
The dish is decorated in bright enamels and gilt with an animated scene depicting the Yang Family Lady Generals practising their equestrian skills in a pavilion garden, watched by a further group of women in the pavilion. The lavish border is further embellished with a dense design of exotic flowers and foliage.
16 ¾ in. (42.5 cm.) diam.
Provenance
Private English Collection, acquired in 2012.
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A LARGE VERTE-IMARI 'EQUESTRIAN WARRIOR' DISH
KANGXI PERIOD (1662-1722)
The dish is decorated in bright enamels and gilt with an animated scene depicting the Yang Family Lady Generals practising their equestrian skills in a pavilion garden, watched by a further group of women in the pavilion. The lavish border is further embellished with a dense design of exotic flowers and foliage.
16 ¾ in. (42.5 cm.) diam.
Provenance
Private English Collection, acquired in 2012.
PROPERTY OF A LADY
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