On offer is a rare and beautiful 18th century Chinese export porcelain plate, dating to around 1760, crafted in the Nanking tradition and formed in an elegant octagonal shape. This fine blue-and-white plate displays a detailed river landscape with pavilions, boats, trees, and flying birds — a timeless theme in Qing dynasty porcelain that was cherished by Western collectors of the Georgian period.

Whether you’re a collector or a lover of meaningful décor, this piece offers a tactile link to the global trade of the 18th century — and a timeless presence in any interior.

📌 KEY FEATURES

✅ Genuine Chinese porcelain – export quality, circa 1760
✅ Octagonal form with classic lattice and diaper-pattern border
✅ Hand-decorated with river landscape and architectural scene
✅ Origin: Jingdezhen kilns, exported via the port of Nanjing
✅ Condition: Antique wear consistent with age; rim frits, small chips and surface marks visible, some old tight hairline cracks, on rim and in the middle of the plate, no major restoration
✅ Includes accurate measurement: Diameter 9.5 inches (24 cm)
✅ Rare mid-18th century example — highly sought by collectors of Chinese export porcelain

💡 STYLING TIP

This piece works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or vintage-modern interiors. Display on a wall hanger, within a cabinet of curiosities, or as a standalone centrepiece layered with antique books or silver for a refined, historic look.

🎁 PERFECT FOR:

✔️ Collectors of 18th century Chinese export porcelain
✔️ Lovers of blue-and-white ceramics and global trade history
✔️ A thoughtful, lasting gift for a history or art enthusiast
✔️ Decorative use in libraries, galleries, or period interiors

🔍 PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES

Nanking porcelain refers to fine blue-and-white porcelain exported from China during the 18th century, distinguished by its refined cobalt tones, detailed brushwork, and geometric border patterns.

Production: Jingdezhen kilns, Jiangxi province, China.

Exported via Nanjing (Nanking), one of the key ports of the Qing dynasty export trade.

Similar examples are documented in museum and private collections, with auction prices ranging from €400–€600 depending on condition and scale.

📏 MEASUREMENTS

• Diameter: 9.5 in / 24 cm

📦 SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

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📌 WHY IT MATTERS

This is more than an object — it’s a piece of lived history, carried across oceans in the 18th century and treasured for over 250 years. Rare to find in this condition, and seldom offered with such clarity and honesty. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and story.

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