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June 12, 2025 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 272

Lot 272

Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, late 18th century

Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, late 18th century
Lot 272 Details
Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, late 18th century

painted with amorials and motto 'AURIGA VIRTUTUM PRIDENTIA' in colours and gilt on both sides
height 3.8 in — 9.7 cm, diameter 9.1 in — 23 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $750
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, late 18th century
  • Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, late 18th century
  • Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, late 18th century
  • Pair of Chinese Export Armorial Bowls, late 18th century
Provenance:

Jean Sewell, London
Private Collection, Toronto

Literature:

Howard, David Sanctuary, Chinese Armorial Porcelain (vol. I) 1974, pp. 614

Note:

The arms are those of Mawbey impaling Pratt, for Joseph Mawbey and Elizabeth Pratt, who were married in 1760

CONDITION DETAILS

A little wear to gilding at the rims; otherwise in substantially good condition

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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