18th century, enamel and gilt decorated, the center depicting the Banks coat of arms, quartered black shield with fleur de lisÿsurmounted by a helmet, surrounded by white and red foliate scroll mantling, the rim decorated with three cartouche reserves of landscapes and seascapes, bianco-sopra-biancoÿfloral sprays and Buddha's hand citrons, gilt spearhead border, 3 x 16 in.; Provenance: Brannon Antiques, Inc. Georgia, purchased November 17, 1980 for $1,300 (accompanied by original receipt); The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia
Condition
repairs and retouch throughout (yellowing) with large repaired break through center, some losses to gilt and enamel, scratches