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Pair of Chinese Export Porcelain Ecuelles, c. 1750-60

Description
Pair of Chinese Export porcelain ecuelles, or broth bowls, each with molded basketweave decoration and painted overall with flower sprays, the bodies with stylized boar's head handles, the covers with scalloped edges. Made for the Continental trade. Stands lost.

Ecuelles were popular in France and Germany in the 18th century. Intended for hot broth to be consumed in the bedroom, the covers kept the contents warm during the journey from the kitchen. The undertrays or stands, which are missing from these, held bread.

Origin:	China
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Porcelain
Condition:	Good. Fine condition. Missing stands. The finials retain traces of the original gilding. The handles were probably gilded
Creation Date:	1750-60
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Rococo, Traditional
Patterns:	Florals/Botanical, Geometric
Dealer Reference #:	3123955
Incollect Reference #:	712810