Chinese Grisaille Porcelain Saucer European Aqua Jacopo Amigoni Qianlong 18th C

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Inventory Code: INV3351

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πŸ†” Inventory Code INV3351
Ⓜ️ Material Porcelain
🏳️ Origin China
πŸ›οΈ Period Qianlong – 18th Century
πŸ…‚ Subject European allegorical scene, couple fishing by a river (Aqua)
🏷️ Marked Unmarked

πŸ“œ Description
Chinese export Grisaille Porcelain saucer finely painted in black enamel with a detailed European riverside scene.
The central image depicts a gentleman and lady engaged in fishing, after an engraving by Jacopo Amigoni (1675–1752),
titled β€œAqua” from his renowned allegorical series of the Four Elements.The cavetto is decorated with
scattered floral sprigs and diaper panels, accented with light gilt highlights along the rim.

Collector’s Notes: Such Qianlong period Chinese Export Porcelain was produced specifically for the European market, translating popular Western engravings into refined ceramic form. Grisaille wares are especially prized for their subtle tonal shading and close relationship to contemporary European print culture.

πŸ” Condition FAIR/RESTORED β­β­β˜†β˜†β˜† (2/5) – Rim chip with associated restoration visible 5cm, surface wear and light
staining consistent with age. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

πŸ“ Sizes Height Approx. 2.5 cm Diameter Approx. 12.0 cm

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