Enhance your collection with this beautifully preserved Chinese Rose Medallion porcelain plate, hand-painted during the Qing Dynasty in the 19th century. The composition features elegant figural scenes of courtly life, where noblemen and ladies engage in tea rituals and conversation, offering a glimpse into refined social customs of imperial China.
Between these narrative panels, floral medallions bloom with peonies, fruits, butterflies, and exotic birds — enduring symbols of prosperity, beauty, and longevity in Chinese culture. The central medallion, with its bird-and-bouquet motif, anchors the design with balance and grace.
A fine example of Canton export porcelain, this piece reflects the vibrant fusion of Chinese artistry with Western tastes, highly sought-after during the 1800s.
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• Era: Mid to Late 19th Century (Qing Dynasty, circa 1850–1890)
Details:
• Origin: Canton, China
• Material: Porcelain, hand-painted in overglaze polychrome enamels
• Dimensions: Ø: 23.3 cm / 9.2 in
• Condition: Excellent antique condition. No chips or cracks; minor glaze wear consistent with age.
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