Two Small Antique Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Dishes, Signed vintage basket perfect for a party

perfect for a party

between the top and bottom of the handle

The body of the sculpture is in near perfect condition

and would make for a spectacular cocktail service

but so crisp and elegant it almost transcends its "tramp"-ness

Two Small Antique Chinese Export Blue and White Porcelain Dishes, Signed vintage basket perfect for a partyThis is an unmatched but closely related pair of Chinese porcelain Kitchen Ming dishes, hand painted in underglaze blue with stylised flowerheads at their centers and loop and dot borders. These signed pieces date to sometime between the 17th and 19th century. The larger piece is a footed plate and the smaller is a shallow bowl. So pretty, and great for serving or holding little things. The plate has one small crack near the center, as documented.