A Chinese Swatow porcelain platter, decorated in blue with dragons and flames at the centre, the sides with flowers within cartouches, figures and architecture at the border. Ming 1368–1644. Diam. 39 cm.

Chips at the rim. Wobbly, asymmetrical. Firing faults to the centre. Residue to bottom and firing cracks at the exterior.

Paintings, furniture and varia, 27 May 2024

Asian decorative art

4,000 DKK