Lena Liu's 'Remembrance' Oval Collector's Plate, 1996

This is a fine porcelain oval collector's plate titled 'Remembrance,' created by artist Lena Liu as the first issue in the 'Lena Liu’s Floral Cameos' collection. Produced in 1996 for The Bradford Exchange, the item is constructed from hard-fired porcelain. The back of the piece features extensive black printed text providing authentication details, including a specific plate number (Plate No. 4686 E) and a Bradex number (84-B10-502.1). The text confirms the piece was crafted to high standards within a limited production window of 95 firing days. Physically, the plate is oval-shaped with a white base glaze, featuring a wire hanger attached to the rim for wall display. The craftsmanship is typical of high-quality late 20th-century decorative porcelain, with a smooth, glossy finish and crisp typography on the backstamp. While the front artwork is not visible in this image, the reverse is in excellent condition with no visible chips, cracks, or significant crazing. A cautionary note is printed at the bottom stating it is a 'Decorative Art Object' and not intended for food use due to potential metallic pigments used in the artwork.

I have conducted a visual examination of the 1996 Lena Liu 'Remembrance' oval collector's plate. Based on the provided imagery, the specimen appears to be in excellent condition, showing no signs of chips, cracks, or crazing. The reverse backstamp is clear and identifies it as Plate No. 4686 E within the Bradford Exchange collection 'Lena Liu’s Floral Cameos.' The 95-firing day limitation and Bradex number 84-B10-502.1 are consistent with mass-produced commemorative porcelain of the late 20th century. The current market for decorative collector plates from this era is saturated. While Lena Liu remains a respected floral artist, these pieces were manufactured in significant quantities, which limits their rarity and investment potential. Most comparable sales on secondary markets (such as eBay or various antique malls) consistently fall within the $15 to $25 range, often struggling to retain their original retail purchase price. The lack of the original Certificate of Authenticity (COA) or the original box may slightly depress values toward the lower end of this range. A significant limitation of this appraisal is the reliance on digital images. A physical inspection is necessary to verify the tactile quality of the glaze and ensure no expert repairs have been made to the rim. To fully authenticate the piece as genuine Bradford Exchange porcelain, I would need to inspect the porcelain's translucency under a strong light source and examine the metallic pigments under magnification. While the backstamp appears authentic, physical verification of the plate's weight and 'ring' when tapped would confirm its structural integrity beyond what a photograph can provide.