Exquisite Set of 4 Antique Chinese Export Rose Canton 5” Dishes Rooster Motif 18

Description

View Exquisite Set of 4 Antique Chinese Export Rose Canton 5” Dishes Rooster Motif 18 with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. While individual saucers are occasionally available, a matching "quad" set of this specific motif is increasingly difficult to source. This collection represents a premier opportunity for decorators or serious collectors of Chinoiserie and Chinese Export porcelain. A Rare and Uniform Collection of Early 20th Century Famille Rose Porcelain Offered for acquisition is a sophisticated set of four (4) matching Chinese Export porcelain dishes. These 5-inch plates feature the celebrated "Rooster in a Garden" motif, rendered with exceptional hand-painted detail in a traditional Famille Rose palette. Historical Significance & Provenance: The reverse of these pieces reveals their heritage: two plates bear the "CHINA" iron-red block mark, utilized following the McKinley Tariff Act of 1890 to denote origin for the Western market. The remaining two plates feature stylized artisan flourishes, confirming a consistent production run from the late Qing Dynasty to the early Republic Period. Artistic Detail: Central Motif: Each dish showcases a hand-enameled rooster (cockerel)—a traditional symbol of prosperity and protection—amidst vibrant peonies and lush garden foliage. Palette: The composition utilizes a rich array of overglaze enamels, including iron-red, rose-pink, and ochre-yellow, set against a classic celadon-tinted glaze. Form: Features a delicate lobed or scalloped rim, common to high-quality export tea services of the era. Condition Report: These antiques remain in remarkable condition for their centenarian age. Surface: Expect minor age-appropriate enamel wear and "kiln pitting" (small iron spots or pinholes), which serve as hallmarks of authentic wood-fired kiln production. Edge: The rims remain well-preserved with minimal loss to the iron-red border. Investor Note: While individual saucers are occasionally available, a matching "quad" set of this specific motif is increasingly difficult to source. This collection represents a premier opportunity for decorators or serious collectors of Chinoiserie and Chinese Export porcelain. Please note that photos are a part of the description and the best indication of the condition of an item. Calculated shipping: prices have recently risen tremendously! cost varies to buyers location. If you have ANY questions please ask them PRIOR to purchasing the item. NO RETURNS!  SOLD AS IS! Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Plates.

Primary Material

Porcelain & Pottery

Color

Multi-Color

Original/Reproduction

Antique Original

Region of Origin

China

Country of Origin

China

Age

1850-1899

Maker

Chinese Export (Rose Canton Style)