A CANTON FAMILLE-ROSE LARGE PUNCH BOWL SECOND QUARTER 19TH CENTURY

the interior and exterior painted and gilt with panels of figures at various pursuits within borders of butterflies amongst peony, chrysanthemum and other flowers on a gilt ground.  Together with a carved wood stand.  2 pieces.

Gyrn Castle, Holywell, Flintshire, Wales, sold, Christie's, London, July 2006

There is some slight wear to the gilding on the edge of the rim. There is a deep ½-inch by ¼-inch chip and a deep ¼-inch circular chip on the edge of the foot rim. Overall the punch bowl is in good condition.
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