Chinese Ceramic Plaque

This horizontal long porcelain plaque from the Lotus & Crane Collection features bright Chinese red as its base tone. Its surface is arranged with golden lotus flowers, clusters of rice ears and flocks of red-crowned cranes, while the bottom is tinted with mottled teal-brown kiln transformation glaze. The full, grand composition radiates festive solemnity.

Crafted from high-temperature rectangular porcelain blanks of Jingdezhen and fired to form a pure red base glaze, the plaque is delicately hand-painted with immortal cranes, yellow lotus blossoms and rice ear patterns in overglaze new colors. Natural kiln-flame textures are superimposed at the base, and the piece undergoes compound kiln firing in separate batches through multiple elaborate procedures.

Red-crowned cranes symbolize longevity and wellness; lotus flowers stand for harmonious perfection; rice ears embody bumper harvests year after year. The crimson base hue sets off auspicious vibes of a prosperous era. It is ideal for wall hanging in grand halls, and ranks as a top choice for premium state gifts and business presents.