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Porcelain plate from China in the Nguyễn dynasty (1802–1945) period, dated ca. 1800–1850, featuring a central medallion with a flowering basket and peonies and an on-wing border with four archaic Chilong dragons in blue underglaze and a silvered edge; dimensions 21 cm diameter and 3.8 cm height; good used condition with minor signs of aging.
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Central decor: The plate features a central medallion adorned with a large flowering basket from which rich branches of blooming peonies and other stylized floral stems spring. The basket is finely drawn with geometric motifs imitating basketry.
Border with Chilong: A broad band on the rim of the plate is devoted to a highly dynamic continuous pattern. Four archaic dragons (Chilong) with sinuous bodies are seen evolving and interlacing deftly among scrolls of foliage and flowers.
Finish: The decoration is executed in a monochrome blue underglaze, characteristic of these prestige productions. The border edge in silvered metal highlights the rim of the plate.
Although made in China, this piece was produced specifically for the export market of the Vietnamese elite and royal court (under the Nguyễn dynasty in the 19th century). This is historically known as the Hué Blues porcelain.
Scholars and members of the Annamese court (the former Vietnam) highly valued these Buddhist and Taoist symbolic marks on the back of their fine tableware, as they were synonymous with high culture and spiritual protection.
A star-shaped flaw on the belly.
Central decor: The plate features a central medallion adorned with a large flowering basket from which rich branches of blooming peonies and other stylized floral stems spring. The basket is finely drawn with geometric motifs imitating basketry.
Border with Chilong: A broad band on the rim of the plate is devoted to a highly dynamic continuous pattern. Four archaic dragons (Chilong) with sinuous bodies are seen evolving and interlacing deftly among scrolls of foliage and flowers.
Finish: The decoration is executed in a monochrome blue underglaze, characteristic of these prestige productions. The border edge in silvered metal highlights the rim of the plate.
Although made in China, this piece was produced specifically for the export market of the Vietnamese elite and royal court (under the Nguyễn dynasty in the 19th century). This is historically known as the Hué Blues porcelain.
Scholars and members of the Annamese court (the former Vietnam) highly valued these Buddhist and Taoist symbolic marks on the back of their fine tableware, as they were synonymous with high culture and spiritual protection.
A star-shaped flaw on the belly.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
China
Material
Porcelain
Dynastic style/period
Nguyễn dynasty (1802–1945)
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3.8 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
21 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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