Qing dynasty Antique Chinese Blue & White Scholar's Plate - Ruo Shen Zhen Cang Mark

• Prestigious Ruoshen Mark: The base bears the underglaze blue mark "若深珍藏" (Ruoshen Zhencang). In the world of tea, "Ruoshen" cups and saucers are considered one of the "Four Treasures of Gongfu Tea," prized for their ability to enhance the tea-drinking experience.

• Classical Iconography: The central scene depicts scholars in a mountain landscape near a gnarled pine tree, rendered in vibrant shades of cobalt blue. The pine tree is a revered symbol of endurance and resilience.

• Delicate Craftsmanship: The plate features a slightly flared rim and a well-defined foot rim. The glaze is a clear, "egg-white" tone that provides a sharp contrast to the blue pigments.

• Versatile Use: While historically used as a saucer for small tea cups, its artistic detail makes it a beautiful standalone display piece or jewelry dish.

• Diameter : 14cm