Lot 203
A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
Lot 203 Details
A Set of Seven Imari Nanban 'Black Ships' Pattern Sweetmeat Dishes, Edo/Meiji Period, 19th Century
All decorated with gilt, iron-red, green, yellow, black and aubergine enamels against underglaze cobalt blue, depicting a Dutch trading ship to the centre and Dutchmen along the borders, all set on a red lacquer tray
tray diameter 13 in — 33 cm
Estimate $400-$600
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For other wares with the same pattern, see Bonhams Edinburgh, November 15, 2018, lot 39; and Christie's London, July 7, 2016, lots 68 and 69
Bonhams Edinburgh, November 15, 2018, lot 39
Christie's London, July 7, 2016, lot 68
Christie's London, July 7, 2016, lot 69