A Chinese Export Porcelain "Mandarin Palette" Punch Bowl

Late 18th century, with highly decorated and finely painted interior and exterior, the exterior features landscape vignettes in reserves alternating with figural panels illustrating ceremonial pastimes, the interior features a wide diapered border with feathered plumes alternating with shells, moths, and flowers.

Diameter 11.5 in.

Two tight hairline cracks; some loss and wear due to use focused mainly on interior medallion.

$500 - 1,000