Lot 117: Royal Worcester 'Kylin Pattern' and Chinese Decorative Plate

Description

A pair of decorative ceramic plates, featuring one Royal Worcester 'Kylin Pattern' plate from The Collectors Series, issued in 1978, alongside a Chinese plate adorned with dragon motifs. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Royal Worcester plate: England, 1978 (reproducing a 1765 pattern); Chinese plate: Likely 20th Century, East Asian. * Material: Porcelain/Ceramic. * Style: Royal Worcester: Chinoiserie; Chinese plate: Traditional Chinese. * Dimensions: Both approximately 25-26 cm in diameter. * Royal Worcester plate: Number four in a series of Chinoiserie, edition 2,183 out of 10,000, marked "MADE IN ENGLAND". Features a segmented design with auspicious symbols and a central medallion in polychrome enamel. * Chinese plate: Features two stylized dragons (one blue, one green) amidst swirling cloud/flame patterns, with a detailed geometric and floral border. Back marked with a red square stamp reading "中國製造" [Made in China]. Condition: No visible chips, cracks, or significant damage on either plate. Some light surface wear consistent with age and display may be present. Interesting fact: * Chinoiserie is a European interpretation and imitation of Chinese and East Asian artistic traditions, particularly popular in the 18th century, blending European rococo with perceived Oriental aesthetics. * Dragons in Chinese culture are powerful and benevolent symbols, representing imperial power, strength, and good fortune, often associated with water and weather phenomena. Use: Ideal for collectors of decorative ceramics, Chinoiserie, or East Asian art, suitable for display in a cabinet or on a wall.

Condition Report

No visible chips, cracks, or significant damage.

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