Chinese Porcelain Plate Gilt Canton Mandarin Rose Medallion Qing Court Scene 19C

Qing Porcelain Plate Canton Famille Rose Mandarin Court Scene 19thC

Chinese Porcelain Plate Gilt Canton Mandarin Rose Medallion Qing Court Scene 19C

🌟 Product Details

🆔 Inventory CodeINV4109 Ⓜ️ MaterialPorcelain 🏳️ OriginChina 🏛️ PeriodQing Dynasty – 19th Century 🅂 SubjectMandarin Court Scenes with Birds, Flowers and central medallion 🏷️ MarkedUnmarked 📜 Description Fine Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose enamels in the classic Canton style. The design features four main panels including detailed Mandarin Court Scenes with figures in interior settings, alternating with reserves of birds, butterflies, and floral motifs. The central roundel depicts a waterfowl among lotus and aquatic plants, symbolizing harmony and refinement. Rich gilt decoration and dense green scrollwork borders are characteristic of 19th century export wares from southern China. The reverse shows a glazed base with a neatly formed foot rim.

Collector’s Notes: Canton Famille Rose wares were highly prized in the export market during the Qing Dynasty. Mandarin scenes represent elite life and status, while birds and flowers symbolize prosperity, beauty, and longevity. Plates with multiple narrative panels such as this example are especially desirable for their decorative richness and historical appeal. 🔍 Condition

GOOD ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) – Light age-related wear, frits on the edges, some rubbing to gilt and minor glaze imperfections. No obvious major cracks or repairs visible. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

📐 Sizes

HeightApprox. 2.5 cm DiameterApprox. 20 cm

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