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Reproduced from a Chinese export porcelain punchbowl, circa 1760 - 1775 with exacting detail, high fire cobalt and 22k gold. The bowl is large and is dramatic on a sideboard or as the centerpiece of a grand table. The original hails from the Bassett Hall house, formerly a Rockefeller residence at Colonial Williamsburg. Perfect for a glorious floral arrangement or by itself.

14½" diameter x 6" h.

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This large black matte cachepot has a gold painted French Empire motif with Fleur de Lys and Lion head detailing. It is suitable for a plant or topiary and is a statement piece.

Measures 9½" diameter x 8" h.

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Made in Portugal, this versatile pattern with its delicate border was inspired by Ch'ing Dynasty (1644 -1911) porcelain from China. Highlighted by bands of 22K gold, this elegant design makes for a stunning presentation and coordinates beautifully with other patterns.

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Emmeline is a blend of modern and old world design. The blue and white floral motifs were reproduced from Chinese Export porcelain circa 1755, a new look for the factories at that time. Drawings were sent to China to instruct artists there accommodate the changing tastes of the West. One French merchant wrote "Send no more dragons, but let us have flowers instead." Emmeline's plate shapes are contemporary, while the styling is on French white body, a departure from the classic Chinese grey body porcelain.

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This classic white dinner service has beautiful scalloped edges and 22 carat gold feathering, with handpainted edges. The plates work well mixed with more decorative dinnerware, as well as on their own. The original antique shapes were created mid 1700's by the Royal Worcester Manufactury for the Duke of Gloucester, an honorific title given to the younger brother of King George III of England.

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Sylvanae, Latin for Goddesses of the Forest is adapted from a Zsolnay design, a distinguished Hungarian manufacturer of porcelain, tile, and stoneware since 1853. Intriguing and highly detailed forest scenes transport the dinnerware to a magical place full of colors and life. Handmade in Portugal.

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The traditional Cantonware-inspired Blue & White Bamboo motif decorates handmade porcelain to timeless effect. Each piece makes a dramatic statement alone, but excels in a combination of twos or threes. A licensed product of Historic Charleston, this superlative reproduction makes a beautiful addition to any home. Handmade in Portugal.

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The charming Bargello pattern is inspired by both contemporary style and an English china pattern. Like the needlework for which it is named, the frenetic design combines bold strokes of red, green, blue, yellow, orange and magenta and is reminiscent of contemporary Ikat design, contrasting the rich white porcelain.The geometric patchwork is then enhanced by handpainted bands of 22k gold. Handmade in Portugal.

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This straight sided vessel was historically used to store dried loose leaf tea, keeping it cool and dry. Now, such jars make gorgeous flower arrangers, or hold any manner of treats. Each side of the tea jar features a pastoral Chinese scene. Handmade of fine porcelain by master artisans in Portugal.

Measures 8" square x 16½" h.

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Mottahedeh has combined the exquisite scent of Mediterranean Fig with Tobacco Leaf porcelain, one of the most prized patterns in the world. First developed around 1780, Tobacco Leaf is an authorized reproduction for the Metropolitan Museum of Art and requires twenty-eight colors and five firings to manufacture. Each piece is accented with 22k gold. The fabulous fragrance combines top notes of bergamot and lemon with fig heart notes and jasmine and musk base notes. The wax used is 100% natural. Handmade in Portugal. 

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Designed in conjunection with Hutton Wilkinson (creative director and president of Tony Duquette Inc.), the Stag Servers by Mottahedeh add drama and style to any table. The matte black glaze dramatically transforms the porcelain and emulates black basalt, enhanced with cast brass antlers and 22k gold accents. The small size is ideal for condiments, while the large can be used as a tureen.

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These dessert cups are reproduced from eighteenth century designs from the Pont aux Choux factory, one of the first important French faience factories. The factory was originally established during the last years of the ancien regime of Louis XVI, to produce the delicate creamware or white soft paste designs in fashion at the time. Like the originals, these pure white cups are made of pottery rather than hard paste porcelain and are decorated with a delicate rosebud and leaf finial. The original cups of this design come from the collection of the Musee Des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, France. Handmade in Italy. Because of the materials used, it is not microwavable nor dishwasher safe. Pots, saucers, and tray sold separately.

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This extraordinary Mottahedeh Hong Bowl with Stand is a reproduction of a Chinese export piece circa 1800 in the Collection of the Winterthur Museum. The bowl depicts the thirteen ‘’Hong’’ merchants who handled trade between China and the West. This trading system was established in 1757 by the Manchu Dynasty to eliminate contact between the Chinese people and ‘’foreign devils’’ It is suitable for a large table or sideboard or as a presentation piece. Handmade and painted in Portugal.

Measures 14½" diameter x 6¼" h.

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Success in life, as in any game, goes to the one who carries on despite challenges. Hand decorated porcelain makes a wondeful ring tray or catch. Handmade in Portugal.

Measures 5¼" w.

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The most fashionable tables in the early American Republic were set with blue and white "Canton" ware, so called for the great Chinese trading port from which it came. Chinese blue and white porcelain was in demand well into the 19th century and has been part of the heritage of many American families. Blue Canton faithfully recaptures this centuries old tradition and taste. Made in Portugal.

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In ancient China the dragon became the symbol for the emperor, bestowing good fortune and protection to the righteous. The period of the Emperor K’ang Hsi (1622-1722) was one of the high points in the development of blue and white wares. This period inspired this classic design.

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Since the Ming Dynasty, imperial blue and white porcelains have been prized by collectors and connoisseurs around the world. Edged in 22K gold, this underglaze blue dinner service is based on a Chinese export porcelain pattern, circa 1730. The elegant design features a central flowered medallion, continuous collar and floral sprays.

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Blue Shòu features design elements adapted from Mottahedeh's iconic and historic Blue Canton pattern and applied to newer contemporary shapes that echo the lines of the earlier pattern. The word Shòu (pronounced "show") is the Chinese word for long life. The evergreen tree appears as the key design element throughout, symbolizing longevity and endurance. The design uses classic cobalt on bright white high fire porcelain. Blue Shòu is dishwasher safe and microwave safe.

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Inspired by a Chinese export plate in Colonial Williamsburg's collection, in its day this pattern was called "china of the most fashionable sort" by Robert Beverly. Similar wares were in use on a Tidewater Virginia plantation at the time of the American Revolution. This version is refreshed with a pearlized ecru background and the original cobalt blue has been updated to brilliant periwinkle blue, giving a lacy and gentle effect. Microwave and dishwasher safe.

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Merchant sailors from the English East India Company dominated trade with the Orient in the 17th and 18th centuries. Their sailing ships carried cargo from the fabled East including rare porcelains sought after by kings and connoisseurs in Europe. One such piece, an exquisite porcelain plate made for a Portuguese nobleman, inspired our Indigo Wave. Enriched with 22 k gold, the design in deep cobalt blue is typical of the most prized of Chinese export porcelains.

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A charming bouquet in a basket, adapted from an 18th century Chinese export Hong bowl, is surrounded by the classic blue and white Fitzhugh border. The elements combine to create an exuberant, shapely, and elegant dinner service. Produced from the collection of Winterthur Museum and Garden.

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Maria Sibylla Merian's widely known 1685 volume of botanical illustrations inspired the center motif on an original (circa 1725) Chinese export plate in Mildred Mottahedeh's personal collection. The Merian Service is based on these floral motifs. Raised enamels in 23 rich colors accented in gold filigree make this a timeless classic.

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This is an exact reproduction of George Washington's most famous set of china, produced and decorated in Canton in 1784. It was brought to America on the first U.S. ship to enter the China Trade. Washington was the first President General of the Society of Cincinnatus, which was founded in 1783 to recognize the honorable service of French and American officers during the American Revolution.

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Tony Duquette, "American Design Icon", designed these plates featuring panel cut stone, which have been painted in a playful way. The powerful colors make a bold statement and the gold, a serious touch of elegance.

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Made in Portugal, this versatile pattern with its delicate border was inspired by Ch'ing Dynasty (1644 -1911) porcelain from China. Highlighted by bands of 22K gold, this elegant design makes for a stunning presentation and coordinates beautifully with other patterns.

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Take a look at this updated version of our once popular and lavish design called Lowestoft Rose that shows delicate flowers and engraved 22 carat gold borders. The style is known as Famille Rose, Chinese porcelain which featured fabulous pinks, rust, greens and turquoise.

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This extraordinary pattern, featuring twenty colors and 22K gold, is one of the finest manifestations of the Rococo style. The design incorporates colorful fruit and imaginary insects within a rim of green enamel and gold flecking. The dinner service was originally made for William Henry, Duke of Gloucester, circa 1770.

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This graceful design, with its leaves, berries and butterflies, was inspired by a piece of Chinese imperial palace porcelain of the early 18th century. Much porcelain produced in China during the reign of the Kang His emperor (1662-1722) had "famille verte" decoration - painted in transparent enamels predominantly in shades of green. Mottahedeh has artfully adapted the decoration from the original antique and applied it to the varied and elegant forms of authentic 18th century export porcelain. Handmade porcelain from Portugal.

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From early Christian times, the peacock has symbolized immortality and has long been associated with royalty. Detailed with 22k gold, these pieces are sure to dazzle your guests.

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Porcelain produced at Chelsea in London in the eighteenth century is regarded by many as the apex of English ceramic art. Among the most treasured pieces of Chelsea are those decorated in the workshop of James Giles with his birds of “distinctly disheveled appearance.” Our Chelsea Bird pattern has been adapted from Giles’ originals in the Colonial Williamsburg collection.

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18th century Chinese hand painted wallpaper in the dining room of the Lightfoot House in Colonial Williamsburg was the inspiration for this exquisite pattern. The decoration incorporates blossoming trees, hanging baskets of flowers and exotic birds. Chinese decorative arts, known as Chinoiserie, were popular in the 18th century and continue to be today.

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Romantic Italian citrus drawings were the inspiration for these plates. The large size is very generous and it can be used as a buffet plate, a cake plate or even as a wall hanging. Illustration painted by Joanna Hanson.

Measures 12" diameter.

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The delicate teardrop border was inspired by Ch’ing Dynasty (1644 - 1911) porcelain from China and is highlighted by handpainted bands of 22 karat gold.

Measures 12" diameter.

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The original (circa 1785) of this design was named for the founder of the East India Company which was the first company to export porcelain from China. It features the traditional Chinese design elements: butterflies, honeycombs and flowers.

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Sacred Bird and Butterfly is true to the original antique. The original Chinese export sets the dining room of the famed Nathaniel Russell House. The Chinese word for butterfly, “tieh”, is a pun which expresses the wish that the owner might live to a ripe old age.

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The Water Dance service features delicately-colored carp, catfish and chong gue chong fish interpreted from Chinese watercolors originally created for export between 1790 and 1850 for the British market. Watercolors featuring flowers, fruits, birds and fish, painted by anonymous Chinese artists were highly sought after by Europeans and Americans for their fine quality and life-like character. The fish that inspired the design for the service are from a set of watercolor drawings now in the Winterthur Library.

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This uniquely beautiful pattern features ten-faceted plates with a necklace of raised hand painted red coral on the shoulder. The design was adapted from Tony Duquette's idea sketchbook in which he designed many pieces for a coral dinner service. All the items in this service are hand painted. Perfect for every-day use, and are oven- and dishwasher-safe. Made in Portugal.

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This uniquely beautiful pattern features ten-faceted plates with a necklace of raised hand painted platinum coral on the shoulder. The design was adapted from Tony Duquette's idea sketch book in which he designed many pieces for a coral dinner service. All the items in this service are hand painted. Perfect for every-day use, and are oven- and dishwasher-safe. Made in Portugal.

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This uniquely beautiful pattern features ten-faceted plates with a necklace of raised hand painted gold coral on the shoulder. The design was adapted from Tony Duquette's idea sketch book in which he designed many pieces for a coral dinner service. All the items in this service are hand painted. Perfect for every-day use, and are oven- and dishwasher-safe. Made in Portugual.

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Palma is a reproduction of a dinner service, circa 1840, designed by Fyodor Solntsev, the great Russian art historian, who painted interiors for cathedrals and designed much of the Kremlin under the patronage of Tsar Nicolas I. This lavish decoration incorporates the elements of a plate owned by Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, dating to 1667 and inspired by the domes of magnificent mosques in Istanbul, Turkey. The center of the plate is reminiscent of Celtic patterns. Truly universal in its theme, this historic design seems contemporary, the mark of excellent design.

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The original of this distinguished dinner service was made in China for the East India Company during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor (1736-1795). It was a choice of Nelson Rockefeller, former Vice President of the United States, for the collection he produced with Mildred Mottahdeh in 1976. Glowing against a starry sky of cobalt blue are golden butterflies signifying happiness. It became the personal dinner service of President Ronald and Nancy Reagan while in the White House.

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This pattern is derived from 18th century Chinese Export porcelain. The simple leaf and ribbon borders in gold, cobalt and rust create a subtle yet elegant effect.

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To the Chinese, the carp is a symbol of success and plenty. This stylized goldfish seems to swim toward us, providing a splash of color in the center of ornately painted gold borders. The lively carp with its rose tail, the vigorous twist of its body, the delicate pectoral fins and the endearing wide-eyed innocence of its whiskered head, is a delightful tour-de-force. Perhaps inspired by a Baroque silver or faience shape, this platter was probably made for the Portuguese market. Portuguese sailed the high seas back and forth from China and had developed a taste for brightly painted Chinese designs.The platter was originally reproduced by permission of the Dallas Museum of Art, Wendy Reeves Collection. (China, c. 1750-60)

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Tobacco Leaf, one of the most prized of Chinese Export patterns, was developed circa 1780, probably for the Portuguese and Brazilian markets - though examples have also been found in other European countries and in North America. The design shows the leaves of the flowering Nicotiana (Tobacco) plant upon which a small phoenix perches bearing a flowering twig in its beak. This exact reproduction requires twenty-eight colors including 22K gold and five firings to manufacture. The joyous exuberance of the Tobacco Leaf pattern is undiminished by time. Tobacco Leaf is an authorized reproduction for the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Handmade porcelain from Portugal.

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Mount Vernon, George and Martha Washington's family estate, licensed this lovely design. The Washingtons had a deep affinity for stoneware and creamware and used it extensively. Salt -glazed fragments excavated from the grounds were replicated in great detail for this pattern. The most well known style of the period, English Staffordshire stoneware was popular by 1765. Our design is made of pure white hard porcelain and is guaranteed stain-proof, microwavable and dishwasher safe.

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Botanical illustrations applied to porcelain were made famous at the Chelsea factory in 18th-century England. Sir Hans Sloane, physician to King George III, commissioned paintings of Chinese plants in the Chelsea Physic Garden. Porcelain produced at Chelsea in London in the eighteenth century is regarded by many as the apex of English ceramic art.

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Naturalists will love the leaves and nuts of four North American trees.

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Made in Portugal, this versatile pattern with its delicate border was inspired by Ch'ing Dynasty (1644 -1911) porcelain from China. Highlighted by bands of 22K gold, this elegant design makes for a stunning presentation and coordinates beautifully with other patterns.

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