On offer is a rare and beautiful 18th century Chinese export porcelain dish, dating to the Qianlong period (1736–1795). Made in fine porcelain with a gently scalloped rim, it showcases underglaze cobalt blue decoration combined with delicate famille rose floral sprays and a butterfly motif. Whether you’re a collector of Chinese ceramics or a lover of meaningful décor, this piece offers a tactile link to the past — and a timeless presence in any interior.

Crafted during one of the great high points of porcelain production at Jingdezhen, this dish reflects the refinement and artistry of the Qianlong era. Small in scale yet rich in detail, it would have been produced both for domestic use and for the export market, where such wares were highly prized in Europe.

📌 KEY FEATURES
✅ Genuine Qing dynasty porcelain – Qianlong period (1736–1795)
✅ Scalloped-edge form with underglaze blue border decoration
✅ Polychrome famille rose enamels with floral sprays and butterfly motif
✅ Origin: Jingdezhen kilns, Jiangxi province, China
✅ Condition: Rim chip, tight hairline visible across base (see images)
✅ Includes accurate measurements: 5 in (12.7 cm) x 3.75 in (9.5 cm) x 0.5 in (1.3 cm)
✅ Rare example — combining underglaze blue with famille rose enamels

💡 STYLING TIP
This porcelain dish works beautifully in both traditional and eclectic settings. Display it in a cabinet of curiosities, layer it with antique books, or feature it as part of a decorative table arrangement for a curated, lived-in look.

🎁 PERFECT FOR:
✔️ Collectors of Chinese export porcelain
✔️ Lovers of 18th century antiques and ceramics
✔️ Thoughtful, lasting gift for a history lover
✔️ Decorative use in libraries, galleries, or period interiors

🔍 PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES
Produced at the renowned kilns of Jingdezhen during the Qianlong reign, this dish represents the technical innovation and aesthetic refinement of the Qing dynasty. The famille rose palette, introduced in the early 18th century, allowed for more subtle and naturalistic shades of pink and green, which became especially popular under the Qianlong Emperor. The butterfly, a recurring symbol in Chinese decorative arts, is often associated with joy, harmony, and longevity.

📏 MEASUREMENTS
• Height: 0.5 in / 1.3 cm
• Width: 5 in / 12.7 cm
• Depth: 3.75 in / 9.5 cm

📦 SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
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📌 WHY IT MATTERS
This is more than an object — it’s a piece of lived history, captured in porcelain and pigment. 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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