Chinese Butterfly Lilly Porcelain Saucer Qianlong Famille Rose Gilt Qing 18C

Name: Chinese Butterfly Lilly Porcelain Saucer Qianlong Famille Rose Gilt Qing 18C
SKU: INV4227
Price: 95.00 GBP
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Inventory Code: INV4227

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Chinese Butterfly Lilly Porcelain Saucer Qianlong Famille Rose Gilt Qing 18C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4227

Object: Saucer

Material: Porcelain

Origin: China

Period: Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period

Date: 18th Century

Decoration: Famille rose floral decoration with butterfly motif and gilt border

Mark: Unmarked

MEASUREMENTS

Diameter: 4.7 in / 12.0 cm

Height: 1.3 in / 3.2 cm

CONDITION

FAIR (3/5) – Rim fritting, glaze wear, and scattered surface wear consistent with age. No visible major restoration. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

Chinese export porcelain saucer decorated in famille rose enamels from the Qianlong period. The center features flowering lily sprays with a colorful butterfly in flight, surrounded by delicate floral motifs and an orange gilt border. The gently scalloped rim adds elegance to the form. Fine thin porcelain body typical of 18th century export wares. An attractive example of Qing dynasty decorative porcelain.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

The butterfly and lily motif forms the auspicious rebus known as “Xuan Die Tu,” conveying wishes for longevity and long life. Such symbolic decorative themes were popular on Qing dynasty export porcelain and remain highly appreciated by collectors for their cultural meaning and refined enamel decoration.

NOTES

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