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- 126. Plate / Assiette, Early 18th century
Kakiemon ware, porcelain with overglaze enamels
The story depicted on the plate represents the Chinese legend of Sima Guang, who as a child rescued a playmate from drowning in a water jar by breaking it with a rock. In Europe this design motif is called �hob in the well� and was a popular motif, often copied at Meissen and later at Chelsea.
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127. Dish / Recipient, 18th century
Nabeshima ware, porcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze enamels
Nabeshima wares were held in high esteem and were largely limited for use by the feudal nobility.
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