A Chinese export ware tureen and dish, early to mid 20th century, of typical oval tureen form with pierced bracket handles, the stepped dome lid with a gilt finial, decorated to reserves with European scenes of rural pursuits, and further embellished with tan and gilt foliate and scroll designs upon a royal blue ground, the dish conforming; iron red seal marks underside. Tureen height 18.5 cm. Width 28.5 cm. Depth 21 cm. Plate length 29 cm. Width 23 cm