Plate

decorative

The three flowers illustrated on this plate represent the “three friends” of Chinese symbolism—pine, bamboo, and plum symbolizing longevity, perseverance, and integrity.

tin-glazed

Circular earthenware dish (plate) with flat base and everted rim. In well centre is a design of large and small flowers and bamboo by a low fence. Enclosing the design is a border of alternating flower and leaf patterns. Rim has scallop and dot border. Blue, green, yellow, purple, red design on blue-white base.