A Chinese export underglaze blue spoon tray, Qianlong

A decorative example of a Chinese export lobed spoon tray, decorated in underglaze blue, and dating from the Qianlomg period.  The spoon tray is decorated to the centre with a scene of a fenced garden with vases of flowers, and a tall table with a bowl of fruit.  Diameter 14.4cm (5.7")

Date: Qianlong c 1760-80

Condition: this spoon tray is in excellent condition, with no damage or restoration.  There are a few small glaze frits around the back of the rim.