Canton Enamel Plate - How Old?

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by Mat, Dec 30, 2014.

  1. Mat

    Mat Well-Known Member

    I have this Canton Enamel plate and I think it has some age, but how old is it?
    Thank you all in advance,
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    Mat, Dec 30, 2014
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  2. 'Nuff_Said

    'Nuff_Said Well-Known Member

    Looks 18th C. to me, but could be a bit later (19th).

    Very nice piece, congrats!
     
    'Nuff_Said, Dec 30, 2014
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  3. Shangas

    Shangas Underage Antiques Collector and Historian

    Would this have been made for foreign export or domestic use?

    The Canton System in China lasted from the mid-1700s until about 1842, I think. I dunno if that helps at all.
     
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  4. Mat

    Mat Well-Known Member

    Thank you both! I think Canton enamels were made mostly for export, but the production continues up into the 20th century. However I had also the impression that this is an early one!
    Mat
     
    Mat, Dec 30, 2014
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  5. kentworld

    kentworld Well-Known Member

    Lovely! But I know nothing about the age of these things. This does look particularly good to me, though.
     
    kentworld, Dec 30, 2014
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