SPOON TRAY, from an 18th century Canton Service

SPOON TRAY, from an 18th century Canton Service
CANTON 'LOSENGE' or 'QUATREFOIL / DIAMOND' SHAPE with shallow rim,
Chinese Export Porcelain; hard-to-find form, original use uncertain, possibly as an underdish for sauce boat, or used alone as a spoon tray
Circa : 1780 - 1800
7-1/2” x 5-3/8” , with canted rim height 5/8”
Museum/Collection number beneath foot
Condition : Fine
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