Chinese Famille Rose Medallion Porcelain Plate

This is a circular porcelain plate featuring a shallow profile and a lobed or slightly scalloped rim. The item is decorated in the traditional 'Famille Rose' palette, characterized by soft pink, green, and iron-red overglaze enamels. The central motif consists of a floral medallion surrounded by four secondary circular reserves. Within these reserves are depictions of birds (possibly magpies or swallows) perched on flowering branches, bordered by a repeating red and white hatched pattern. Interspersed between the medallions are lush floral sprays, including peonies and green foliage, which are rendered with fine brushwork typical of 19th-century Chinese export porcelain. The background glaze is a cool white with a slight bluish-grey tint. Visible condition issues include some fading of the enamel on the central medallion and at the edges, consistent with age and surface wear. A three-point metal plate hanger is currently attached to the rim, which suggests it has been used as a wall display piece. This style of decorative porcelain was predominantly produced during the Qing Dynasty, likely in the Guangxu period (late 19th century), intended for both domestic use and the international export market. The craftsmanship shows high-quality hand-painting with careful attention to the symmetry and botanical accuracy of the floral elements.