The Chinese Objects of Petworth House

Posted: September 23rd, 2024 | No Comments »

A post on the Chinese objects at Petworth House (now managed by the Nation al Trust), West Sussex, built in 1688 by Charles Seymour, 6th Duke of Somerset. The houses contains a treasure trove of European art as well as some Chinese and Japanese objects. The Chinese items on display are as below….

A pair of Chinese vases c.1650-1700 with flower/bird motifs & a oviform jar with copper-red decoration c.1736-1796 atop a 17th century lacquer cabinet.

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