Vintage Swirled Scalloped Porcelain Plate

This item is a circular porcelain plate featuring a distinctively swirled, scalloped rim. The body is constructed from a refined white ceramic, likely bone china or high-quality porcelain, exhibiting a semi-translucent quality under direct light. The edge is finished with a cobalt blue pigment that follows the undulations of the molded swirl pattern, creating a soft, feathered border effect. On the reverse, the plate features a raised unglazed foot ring which shows minor shelf wear and darkening consistent with age. A notable feature is the presence of a central red backstamp, which, though partially worn and blurred, appears to be a manufacturer's mark or export stamp, potentially indicating a mid-20th-century Japanese origin (Occupied Japan or similar era). The glaze application is glossy and smooth, with a few visible kiln specks or carbon spots as minor manufacturing artifacts. There are no readily apparent chips or cracks, although the glazed surface exhibits fine superficial scratches typical of light utensil use. The craftsmanship reflects a mass-produced yet elegant aesthetic common in export dinnerware from the 1940s to 1960s. Overall, the piece maintains good structural integrity with a pleasing radial texture.