Large Chinese White on Blue Porcelain Dragon Dish, the inside with 3 5-claw Dragons and 3 Flaming Pearls, the reverse with 2 Dragons and flaming pearls, the clear glazed base with "Chu Xiu Gong Zhi" 4 character seal mark. Diameter 10 3/4 inches (27.3 cm.). PROVENANCE: From The Collection Of Mariel King ( 1907-1969), Granddaughter Of J.R.Watkins, Minnesota. NOTE: This design with the "Palace of Gathered Elegance" mark were first seen coinciding with Empress Cixi's 50th Birthday in the 10th year of the Guangxu Emperor's reign.

Light age related wear. NOTE: Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Eddie's Auction shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging.