Description: Exquisitely hand-pained, late Qing dynasty, famille rose plate in overglaze enamel with butterfly. Accordingly to Chinese tradition, butterflies are an auspicious sign. They convey a wish for longevity, and were therefore often used to decorate birthday gifts or lanterns given during the Autumn Moon Festival: on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar (usually around September). Encircling the entire rim of the plate is a dense depiction of butterflies and insects with medallions of roses repeating clusters highlighted by metallic gold gilt. Intricate hand detailing in gold is also reflected in each individual butterfly against a range of different gradated color schemes per every set of wings, creating a visual feast for the eyes. The colors are sumptuous and saturated and the design meticulously hand-painted. Suggest you expand the photos to achieve the best clarity and detail. This rare find is in surprisinglly good condition given its 100+ years.. There are slight rim frits as shown as well as minor gilt loss from use in the circle surrounding the center medallion. Diameter 7 1/8" (18cm) 05.11.7776 #3
Price: 70 USD
Location: Washington, Connecticut
End Time: 2025-01-12T03:17:08.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Primary Material: Porcelain & Pottery
Type: Plates
Color: Multi-Color
Region of Origin: China
Age: 1850-1899
