Compagnie Des Indes Porcelain Plate – Qianlong Period, China – 18th Century

Porcelain plate from the Compagnie des Indes — “Famille Rose,” decorated with a flowered rock — China, Qianlong period, 18th century
Polychrome glazed porcelain. China, Qianlong period (1736–1795), mid-18th century.

Diameter: 22.5 cm.

Chinese porcelain plate with a “Famille Rose” design, more elaborate than a simple floral pattern. The center depicts a garden scene: a blue scholar’s rock—a rock pierced with holes, a traditional Chinese motif associated with longevity—from which rise crimson peonies and flowering branches, near a small fence (the palisade painted in reddish-orange) set on a terrace.

The wing is adorned with a scattering of individual flowers against a white background and edged with a thin brown border. The design is enhanced with touches of blue, green, and iron red.

Key Details
Chinese porcelain from Jingdezhen produced for export to Europe in the 18th century (“East India Company”). The garden scene featuring a rock and peonies—more elaborately rendered than typical floral arrangements—captivates with its intimate composition; this makes it a unique piece, distinct from a simple serving plate.

Condition
Good overall condition. There is a small chip and a hairline crack along the rim, visible but unobtrusive. Slight, minor scuffing in the center of the plate.
Please review the photos to assess the condition.

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