Bidspirit auction | Covered terrine of the East


Covered terrine of the East India Company with boar's head handles, China, 18th century - White porcelain decorated with cobalt blue underglaze. Measures 10.5 x 16.5 x 12.5 cm. Small-format glazed terrine with a lakeside landscape decoration, harmoniously distributed across the body and lid. It features a top handle and side handles modeled in the shape of boar heads, seamlessly integrated into the design. The design presents a balance between architecture, vegetation, and open spaces, reinforcing the sense of depth. 18th-century Chinese production, corresponding to the East India Company porcelain intended for European table service.