A set of four Chinese blue and white export porcelain 'Cuckoo in the House' pattern plates, 18th century, each painted with a bird in flight returning to discover a cuckoo at a pavilion window, beside flowers and rockwork, each rim with four floral vignettes of pine and bamboo, diameter 23cm (two with hairline cracks and minor rim fritting/chips). Condition report available at www.tooveys.com Buyer’s Premium 29.4% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price. Lots purchased online via the-saleroom.com will attract an additional charge of 6% (including VAT @ 20%) of the hammer price.