18th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose "Judgement of Paris" Punchbowl" 11 3/8 Inches in Diameter

18th Century Chinese Export Famille Rose "Judgement of Paris" Punchbowl" 11 3/8 Inches in Diameter

Important: Rare motif, very fine enameling.

Chinese Export Famille Rose "Judgement of Paris" Punchbowl, mid 18th Century, the exterior enameled and gilt with two shaped reserves depicting Paris with Aphrodite, Hera and Athena after Peter Paul Rubens.

This item was authenticated and recommended for purchase by Peter Combs of Bidamount.com on his global auction member page. Youtube video published August 5, 2022

Size: 11 3/8 in diameter, 4 1/2 inches in height.

Condition: Very good. Rings like bell. No issues. See all pics.

Provenance:
Purchased from respected auction Rafael Osona Auctions Nantucket, MA
From the Starbuck East Brick, Nantucket, MA


Greek Mythology:

THE JUDGEMENT OF PARIS was a contest between the three most beautiful goddesses of Olympos--Aphrodite, Hera and Athena--for the prize of a golden apple addressed "To the Fairest."

The story began with the wedding of Peleus and Thetis which all the gods had been invited to attend except for Eris, goddess of discord. When Eris appeared at the festivities she was turned away and in her anger cast the golden apple amongst the assembled goddesses addressed "To the Fairest." Three goddesses laid claim to the apple--Aphrodite, Hera and Athena. Zeus was asked to mediate and he commanded Hermes to lead the three goddesses to Paris of Troy to decide the issue.

The three goddesses appearing before the shepherd prince, each offering him gifts for favour. He chose Aphrodite, swayed by her promise to bestow upon him Helene, the most beautiful woman, for wife. The subsequent abduction of Helene led directly to the Trojan War and the fall of the city.

Figuratively, the phrase, "The Judgment of Paris," can mean the ultimate origin of war or other major event.

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