Rose Medallion Porcelain Plate

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This is a vintage Rose Medallion porcelain plate, a style of Chinese export ware that was popular in the 19th … Read more This is a vintage Rose Medallion porcelain plate, a style of Chinese export ware that was popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Description:
• Design: The plate features the classic Rose Medallion layout, divided into alternating panels of:
• Court scenes with Chinese figures in traditional dress.
• Floral and bird motifs, including large peony blossoms, butterflies, and songbirds.
• Color Palette: Richly colored with dominant pinks, greens, golds, and coral reds, all hand-painted with detailed brushwork and gilt highlights.
• Center Medallion: A floral rosette with intricate scrolls and foliage, anchoring the radial design.

Markings:
• The underside is marked “JAPAN” in red block letters, which is a key clue:
While the pattern mimics traditional Chinese Rose Medallion, this particular piece is likely a Japanese-made version, probably mid-20th century (post-WWII), intended for export.
• A handwritten label says:
“Rose Medallion, 10” dinner, c. 1900–20” — this may reflect the style it imitates, but the actual origin (based on the Japan mark) suggests it’s likely from the 1950s–1970s.

Summary:
• Type: Decorative or dinner plate, Rose Medallion pattern
• Origin: Japan (not China), styled after 19th-century Chinese export porcelain
• Era: Likely mid-20th century, post-World War II
• Style: Ornate, vibrant, and perfect for mixing with other chinoiserie or traditional decor See less