Chinese Export Rose Medallion Porcelain Punch Bowl, second quarter 19th century, decorated with Mandarin panels and carefully detailed borders decorated with birds, butterflies and pierced gilt discs, the exterior decorated in the round, h. 6-3/4", dia. 16-3/4". Provenance: Lynda Willauer Antiques, Nantucket, Massachusetts.

In generally good condition. VERY faint reverse "Y" hairline down from the rim (approximately 4-1/4"), visible under black light on interior and exterior (bowl still "rings"). Light wear to the gilded rim and glaze below it. Foot rim has scattered accretions and scratches as to be expected with age and use. NOTE: Correct dimensions: h. 6-3/4", dia. 16-3/4".