Pair of Chinese “Birthday” Plates-Guangxu Period (1875–1908), Late Qing Dynasty

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A beautiful pair of antique Chinese porcelain plates, often referred to as “birthday plates,” from the late Qing Dynasty, specifically … Read more A beautiful pair of antique Chinese porcelain plates, often referred to as “birthday plates,” from the late Qing Dynasty, specifically the Guangxu period (1875–1908). Each plate is decorated in the famille rose (fencai) palette, featuring a rich yellow ground—a color reserved for auspicious and imperial connotations.
The design centers around Shou (longevity) symbols and five character medallions representing blessings for happiness, prosperity, and long life. Surrounding motifs include intricate ribbon-tied auspicious emblems and stylized bats and scrollwork, all rendered in vivid enamels of pink, turquoise, cobalt blue, and iron red.
The plates are presented on clear acrylic display stands, allowing the detailed craftsmanship and vibrant enameling to be fully appreciated.
• Dimensions (plates): 7.5 in. diameter × 0.5 in. depth
• Overall with stand: 8.25 in. H × 7 in. W × 3.5 in. D
• Origin: China
• Period: Guangxu reign (1875–1908), Late Qing Dynasty
• Style: Famille Rose, “Birthday” or Longevity Plate
• Color Palette: Yellow ground with polychrome enamel See less