Chinese Export for the Portuguese Market Imari Style Porcelain Gilt Saucer garden table by internationally known Parisian lighting

by internationally known Parisian lighting designer

Friedrich Martin von Reibisch (German

(London/Birmingham

Model C231

Width 42 Depth 1

Chinese Export for the Portuguese Market Imari Style Porcelain Gilt Saucer garden table by internationally known Parisian lightingDETAILS A small antique side plate or saucer hand painted in the Imari palette with a castle and trees. This pattern matches the tea service made for D. Pedro de Sousa Holstein, 1st Duke of Faial and Palmela (Portuguese, 17811850). Holstein was considered one of the most important Portuguese diplomats and statesmen in the early to mid 19th century. He was Prime Minister of Portugal (1834 35). LITERATURE Pattern illustrated: Jenny Dreyfus, Loua da