Antique 19th Century Chinese Export‎ Nanking Porcelain Vegetable Dish Scalloped

Antique 19th Century Chinese export porcelain vegetable dish or deep tray features a hand-painted blue and white landscape scene in the Nanking or Canton style. The central motif depicts a traditional river landscape with a bridge, pagodas, and figures, framed by a geometric diaper border. Floral sprays decorate the exterior sides of the rectangular, scalloped-corner form. This piece exhibits characteristic kiln grit, pitting, and minor surface wear consistent with age and authentic early production.  It is crafted from Porcelain, commonly decorated with blue pigment derived from cobalt oxide. This style of porcelain was made in China specifically for export to Wester markets during the 18th and 19th centuries.  Measurements: • Length: 11.25 • Width: 10 • Height: 2.5