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Chinese Export Pseudo Tobacco Leaf Plate, c. 1770

Offered by: Robert Morrissey Antiques & Fine Art

Description
Chinese export porcelain pseudo tobacco leaf plate, with a scalloped edge, decorated in underglaze blue and overglaze enamels with rosettes (stylized cross-sections of a pomegranate), leaves, flowers and rings.

The so-called tobacco leaf and pseudo tobacco leaf patterns were popular from about 1765 until the second quarter of the 19th century. The first effort to organize and catalogue the known variants was published in 2013 by Pierre L. Debomy in his French and English language book, Tobacco Leaf and Pseudo- a Tentative Inventory. In it, he identifies and describes 24 tobacco leaf patterns and 37 pseudo tobacco leaf patterns. This plate is catalogued as Pattern B2, described and illustrated on pages 146-149.

Compare this plate with the pair of similar plates offered on this site. While the patterns are nearly identical, the quality of the painting on this example is far superior.

More Information

Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Porcelain
Condition:	Good. Fine condition- no chips cracks or repairs.
Creation Date:	1770
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	5063995
Incollect Reference #:	843961

Dimensions

Diam.	8.75 in;
Diam.	22.23 cm;

Message from Seller:

Robert Morrissey Antiques & Fine Art, established in 1948, specializes in period European furniture, modern design, and an extensive selection of paintings and sculpture. Contact us at 314.644.7066 or robert@robertmorrissey.com to explore our curated collection.