A fine Meissen annual collector’s plate from 1984, produced by the VEB Staatliche Porzellanmanufaktur Meissen during the GDR period. The plate is executed in high-quality hard-paste porcelain and decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with refined gold accents. The scene depicts an elegant oriental-inspired narrative composition, referencing the tale of Scheherazade, further emphasized by the inscription on the reverse. Designed by Ulrike Wehle, whose name is printed on the back, confirming the artistic origin of the piece. Marked with the famous crossed swords underglaze blue mark, along with: – “Jahresteller 1984” – “Limitierte Auflage” – “VEB Staatliche Porzellanmanufaktur Meissen DDR” Condition: very good condition, no chips, cracks or restorations. Minor signs of age and handling possible. Diameter: approx. XX cm This plate represents a fine example of late 20th century Meissen porcelain production and is both a decorative and collectible object.