First quarter 18th century, export porcelain for the Dutch market, the anhua decorated plate is centered with the coat-of-arms of Baron von Herzeele, a manager of the East India Company who ordered a complete service so decorated.

10.25 in. diameter

A plate from the same service is illustrated and described on p.29 COLLECTING CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN by Elinor Gordon. This book accompanies the lot.

Black light examination indicates areas of touch-up to correct a hairline; several small areas of gilt loss.

$400 - 800