Herend - Plate - Ceramic

Herend—a national treasure of Hungarian porcelain—presents this commemorative display plate for the Year of the Dragon (2000), featuring the brand’s iconic hand-painted green fish-scale pattern.
At the center, a hand-painted dragon with green scales is depicted; its claws, horns, and the pearl it holds are accented with 24K gold, with the year "2000" inscribed in gold below.
The rim is adorned with the symbols of the twelve zodiac signs, complemented by a gilded foliate scroll motif. The plate features a scalloped, wavy edge and incorporates Herend’s signature basket-weave texture.
Base mark: The blue "HEREND HUNGARY HANDPAINTED" stamp.
Condition: Pristine—no chips, cracks, or loss of paint; the gilding remains intact with no signs of wear.
Material: High-end hand-painted bone china with a smooth, luminous glaze. This classic, year-specific zodiac commemorative plate from Herend offers both collectible and decorative value—an excellent choice for enthusiasts of fine European porcelain.