A Chinese armorial plate c.1735

A Chinese armorial plate c.1735, painted with the arms of Rose of Kilravock, within a border of tied scrolls and diaper bands, the rim enamelled with flower sprays, 23cm. Provenance: the Clifford Henderson collection. Purchased from Heirloom and Howard in 2000. This service was made for the descendants of Hugh Rose of Geddes who acquired Kilravock by marriage in the first half of the 13th century. Kilravock is still the home of the clan's Chief after 850 years.