Lena Liu Plate Appraisal

'Lyrical Beginnings' Collector Plate by Lena Liu

This item is a decorative collector plate, specifically the 'Lyrical Beginnings' plate by Lena Liu, which is the ninth issue in the 'Nature's Poetry' series. The plate is made of white ceramic, likely fine china as indicated by the 'W. S. George Fine China' mark. The verso of the plate is adorned with detailed black script lettering, providing manufacturing and edition information. Visible details include a Bradex No. 84-620-26.9, issued in 1991, with a Plate No. 984B. The plate's design is described as being 'Crafted from work painted on silk, presenting the natural beauty of familiar birds and their young.' It is a limited edition, 'strictly limited to a maximum of 150 firing days,' indicating a controlled production run and thus a level of rarity. A significant warning is printed at the bottom: 'CERAMIC ART, NOT FOR FOOD USE. FAITHFUL COLOR PIGMENTS MAY POISON FOOD,' which means it is purely for decorative purposes and not safe for serving food due to potential lead or other harmful pigments in the glazes. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant wear to the ceramic surface or the printed details, showcasing good craftsmanship. The script font used for the details adds to its artistic presentation.