A CHINESE MANDARIN PALETTE PUNCH BOWL

A CHINESE MANDARIN PALETTE PUNCH BOWL

QIANLONG 1736-95

Painted to the exterior in enamels and gilt with scenes of figures in river landscapes, some relax in gardens and pavilions whilst others work by riverside towns, the well decorated with a floral spray, with spearhead borders encircling the foot and inner rim, 38.8cm dia.

Provenance: from the collection of Sir Raymond Smith KBE (1917-2002) and Lady Smith (1918-1996).