Partial Service of Capodimonte Armorial Dinnerware

fourth quarter 19th century, Italian, decorated with bas-relief-molded neoclassical-style polychrome borders, the centers with coats of arms against a gilt ground, with the crowned "N" mark, the set comprised of twelve dinner plates, dia. 10-1/2", twelve luncheon plates, dia. 9", and twelve salad/dessert plates, dia. 8-1/2".

Plates exhibit scattered nicks, scratches and rubbing to gilded wells - all of which are consistent with cutlery and use. Two dinner plates and two salad plates have some light abrading/chips to their foot rims. The armorials were likely applied later, as there is light over-painting/blending of gilding between wells and armorial edges on all plates. In overall good condition with no cracks or significant losses or repairs.