Chinese Ceramic Plaque

This square porcelain plaque from the Lotus & Crane Collection features mottled black-gold kiln transformation glaze as its background. Three-dimensional gilded flocks of cranes stand at the lower part of the plaque, while bright pink lotus flowers and shoals of tiny white swimming fish adorn the upper section. The layered composition exudes opulent, substantial charm.

Built on a high-temperature square porcelain blank with natural kiln-flame variegated base tones, the work uses embossed gilding to form the three-dimensional texture of immortal cranes, complemented by overglaze new-color hand-painted lotus blooms and swimming fish. It is completed through compound firing in the kiln multiple times with integrated multi-layer crafts.

Gilded immortal cranes embody the dual blessings of fortune and longevity; lotus flowers symbolize harmonious and fulfilling life; swimming fish represent surplus wealth year after year. Suitable for hanging in Chinese-style halls, it is a premium auspicious gift porcelain with remarkable collectible value.