English delftware Ming inspired earthenware plate circa 1675

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£2475

Dated: 1675 English

A fine English delftware pottery plate decorated in the Chinese Ming inspired style in a rare combination of manganese purple and olive green. The Chinese figure is illustrated sitting in a rocky landscape with mountains in the background, two figures are also featured on the strongly decorated border. The condition is very fine with no restorations and only minimal rim fritting to the glaze.

Diameter: 8.5 inches

Current Condition: Unrestored with only minor fritting

Literature: Michael Archer page 193 figure reference 193 Delftware, The tin glazed earthenware of the British Isles, catalogue of the collection in the V and A Museum London .published by the Stationery Office.

£2475    $3341

Description

A fine English delftware pottery plate decorated in the Chinese Ming inspired style in a rare combination of manganese purple and olive green. The Chinese figure is illustrated sitting in a rocky landscape with mountains in the background, two figures are also featured on the strongly decorated border.
The condition is very fine with no restorations and only minimal rim fritting to the glaze.