Late Qianlong/Early Jiaqing era, circa 1830 iconic Chinese Export image of the Hongs at Canton, Western ships at anchor before the Canton waterfront with flags flying before the American, British and Dutch factories and, in the foreground, two small islands with folly forts, 8 1/4 in. Diam. For further examples see, Jean McClure Mudge, "Chinese Export Porcelain in North America," p.28, image 30. An identical dish sold at Christie's on January 22, 2020 for $35,000, as lot #144

Additional information added on 9/23/24: Age wear from use. Physical inspection highly recommended Some gilt wear on rim