Pair of Chinese Underglaze Blue and Red Fish Plates, Qing

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for the Pair<br /><br /> An attractive pair of antique Chinese porcelain plates, each hand painted with a large, leaping blue carp with russet colored cross-hatched scales. The carp was an auspicious fish in China and a symbol of perseverance and success, often applied to success in business enterprises and state examinations. In excellent condition (no cracks, chips or hairlines), this pair of deep-dish plates would have served as large shallow bowls as well. Dating from the Yongzheng to Qianlong Periods (AD 1723 - 1795). DIMENSIONS: A well matched pair, each having a diameter of 9" (22.8 cm) and sitting 1.5" high (3.8 cm). <div id='rater_target1307934'></div>

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