A VERY FINE & SCARCE CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN MANCERINA, QIANLONG. The base of shell form resting on raised dome foot, the borders with ribbed panels, the cavetto with locking receptacle for the lotus shaped cup with pierced sides. Overall decorated with lace and suspended flower forms. Diameter 9 inches (23 cm).Comparison: An identical example dated to circa 1730, is held by the Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, accession number 70.59.1. A mancerina is special dish originally designed to serve chocolate. It was invented, or named after Pedro de Toledo, 1st Marquis of Mancera, who served as Viceroy of Peru from 1639 to 1648. Known in France as "tasse trembleuse" and "Chocolate stand" in England, some were ordered from China for export but few examples are found. SHIPPING NOTICE:Jackson's is your sole and only source for one stop packing and shipping. With over 50 years of experience, our professional, affordable and efficient in-house shipping department will be happy to provide you a fair and reasonable shipping quote on this lot. Simply email us before the auction for a quick quote: shipping@jacksonsauction.com or call 1-800-665-6743. Jackson's can expertly pack and ship to meet any of your needs. To ensure quality control Jackson's DOES NOT release to third party shippers.