Two Chinese Export Porcelain Rose Medallion Bowls

19th century, includes a large and medium bowl in Rose Medallion pattern, hand-painted in colorful enamels against a gold ground with traditional decoration of shaped medallions alternating between birds and flowers and figures in architectural scenes.

Largest 4 1/2 in., 10 3/4 in. diameter

From the Collection of the late Betty Smallwood, Charlottesville, VA

Some fritting and nicks to rim of smaller bowl; some rubbing and wear with minor losses to enamels; largest bowl with old paper labels.