Chinese Blue White Porcelain Dragon Dish Plate - Zhengde Mark

Description

View Chinese Blue White Porcelain Dragon Dish Plate - Zhengde Mark with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The flared rim and exterior walls are further decorated with secondary running dragons, capturing the classic imperial aesthetic of traditional Chinese ceramic art.Marks & Provenance:Reign Mark: The base features an underglaze blue six-character mark within a double circle reading "Da Ming Zhengde Nian Zhi" (大明正德年製), which references the Zhengde period of the Ming Dynasty (1506–1521). Beautiful Chinese Blue and White Porcelain 'Dragon' Charger / PlateDesign & Motif:This striking porcelain plate features a vibrant underglaze blue decoration against a smooth, off-white ground. The center is boldly painted with a large, powerful five-clawed imperial dragon writhing amidst stylized clouds and flames. The flared rim and exterior walls are further decorated with secondary running dragons, capturing the classic imperial aesthetic of traditional Chinese ceramic art.Marks & Provenance:Reign Mark: The base features an underglaze blue six-character mark within a double circle reading "Da Ming Zhengde Nian Zhi" (大明正德年製), which references the Zhengde period of the Ming Dynasty (1506–1521).Note on Dating: In accordance with standard ceramic expertise, please note that while it bears a historical Ming mark, pieces with this specific execution and glaze are frequently high-quality reverential reinterpretations produced during later periods (such as the Late Qing Dynasty or Republic Era) to honor classical imperial wares.Collector Labels: The base retains two original paper stickers from a Portuguese private collection: "Coleção Pedro Guimarães".Dimensions:Diameter: 28 cm (Approx. 11 inches)Condition Report:In overall excellent vintage/antique condition. No structural cracks or major chips detected. Normal signs of age, minor firing imperfections, and shelf wear to the unglazed foot rim consistent with age. (Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the physical description).Shipping & Packaging:The item will be professionally packed using premium bubble wrap and double-boxing to ensure safe transit worldwide. Shipped with tracking. Category: Antiques › Asian Antiques › China › Plates.

Primary Material

Porcelain & Pottery

Color

Blue

Original/Reproduction

Vintage Original

Region of Origin

China

Country of Origin

China

Age

Post-1940