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Chinese Taoism Enamel Dishes

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Consists of a central circular dish surrounded by eight fan-shaped serving plates that assemble into a large, decorative group. Each section is finely hand-painted with detailed landscape scenes featuring various figures, typically representing the Eight Daoist Immortals or other auspicious characters in pastoral garden settings.

18th century.
D: 17 IN, 34 CM

Private collection of an important estate, Dallas, Texas.
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Chinese Taoism Enamel Dishes

Lot 23005

Estimate $400-$600Mar 28, 2026, 7:30 PM EDT

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Spring Estates and Fine Art Auction

Mar 28, 2026 7:30 PM EDT

PLANO, TX, United States

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