Full title: A Chinese famille rose 'mythological subject' plate with Apollo and Daphne, YongzhengDescription:Dia.: 23 cm Ref.:- F. and N. Hervouet, La porcelaine des Compagnie des Indes a decor occidental, p. 307, fig. 13.62, for a similar example classified as extremely rare. It was later sold at Sotheby's Monaco, 'Porcelaine de Chine a decor occidental - Collection Francois Hervouet', 22 janvier 1987, lot 1677.- Christie's, New York, January 21, 2016, lot 74. (sold USD 7.500) (link)- The scene represents Apollo, the son of Zeus, clearly identifiable by his lyre with which he won numerous musical contests against mortals. Apollo is known for his many loves, but the young woman represented is not clearly identifiable. During the exhibition 'The China Trade' (Royal Pavilion, Brighton, 1986, no. 122), it was suggested that it could be Daphne.Condition: Condition reports can be requested. They will be made available on our website (www.rm-auctions.com). You will also find high resolution images and addiitonal images on our website. A full list of available condition reports is online here: https://www.rm-auctions.com/en/condition-report/74