A blue and white Kraak porselein dish. Circa 1640

painted in blue to the interior with a central medallion enclosing two birds perched amidst rocks and foliage, the flared foliate rim with eight panels enclosing stylised foliage and divided by narrow panels, the reverse with simple circle designs, 36cm diameter (minor rim fritting) - Estimate: £300 - 500

Bonhams. European Ceramics, Glass & Asian Art, 8 Jul 2008. Knowle

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