Chinese Qianlong Porcelain Plate Famille Rose Gilt European Aqua Birds Qing 18C
Famille Rose
Chinese Qianlong Porcelain Plate Famille Rose Gilt...
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| 🆔 Inventory Code | INV4043 |
|---|---|
| Ⓜ️ Material | Porcelain |
| 🏳️ Origin | China |
| 🏛️ Period | Qianlong – 18th Century |
| 🅂 Subject | Birds in garden landscape with flowers and waterfowl |
| 🏷️ Marked | Unmarked |
| 📜 Description | Fine Chinese Porcelain plate decorated in delicate Famille Rose enamels on a pale aqua ground. The central scene depicts elegant birds including ducks and a pheasant-like figure in a tranquil waterside setting, surrounded by blossoming plants and foliage. The cavetto and rim are adorned with floral sprays and intricate gilt chain borders, reflecting refined export taste. The composition and palette are characteristic of the Qianlong period, with soft famille rose enamels and balanced decorative layout typical of Qing Dynasty export wares. Collector’s Notes: Plates of this type were produced during the Qianlong reign for both domestic use and export markets. The combination of Famille Rose enamels, bird-and-flower motifs, and subtle gilt detailing made them highly desirable among European collectors in the 18th Century. Bird imagery often symbolizes harmony, prosperity, and natural beauty, enhancing the appeal for collectors today. |