Lotus Watcher - Jingdezhen region

Name: Lotus Watcher
 
Type: None
 
Year: likely 1950s–1970s
 
Set: No
 
Mark: Jingdezhen region - Marked with a red overglaze seal in Chinese characters – commonly attributed to the Jingdezhen region, with the seal reading “Made in Jingdezhen, China” (景德镇制)
 
History: This small, high-fired porcelain dish features a charming fencai (famille rose) palette with a delicately rendered figure beneath a large tropical leaf – a motif popular in mid-20th century Chinese decorative ceramics. The coloring, brushwork, and simplified scene reflect export-oriented ware rather than imperial porcelain. The gold enamel rim and finely painted character suggest careful craftsmanship, albeit mass-produced in Jingdezhen.
 
 
The red seal mark on the underside is a stylized “Jingdezhen Zhi” (景德镇制), translating to "Made in Jingdezhen." Jingdezhen, located in Jiangxi Province, is historically renowned as China’s porcelain capital. These marks were often applied during the People's Republic period, especially from the 1950s to 1970s.
 
 
Though not an imperial or artist-signed piece, its appeal lies in its decorative charm, collectible size, and connection to traditional themes in Chinese art. A collector of Chinese porcelain or export wares would value this item for its nostalgic mid-century aesthetic and regional authenticity.
 
Flaws: None