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Pair of Antique Brass/bronze Chinese Plates
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Pair of Antique Brass/bronze Chinese Plates

1900 - 1920
Description

Pair Of Antique Brass/Bronze Chinese Plates with hand engraved detail. The plates decorated all over with central design of 2 figures. Lovely overall condition that is consistent with age.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Rebecca Sarah Antiques has dated these Antique Chinese Brass Plates to the 1920s.

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SA1182405
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PS2-24
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Pair Of Antique Brass/Bronze Chinese Plates with hand engraved detail. The plates decorated all over with central design of 2 figures. Lovely overall condition that is consistent with age.
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Rebecca Sarah Antiques has dated these Antique Chinese Brass Plates to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1182405
Dealers Internal Ref
PS2-24
Rebecca Sarah Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
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A pair of circular brass plates displaying etched figures within central reserves and decorative borders.
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Archive I A pair of circular brass plates displaying etched figures within central reserves and decorative borders.

Pair of Antique Brass/bronze Chinese Plates

Archive II A pair of circular brass plates displaying etched figures within central reserves and decorative borders. View II
Archive III A pair of circular brass plates displaying etched figures within central reserves and decorative borders. View III
Archive IV A pair of circular brass plates displaying etched figures within central reserves and decorative borders. View IV
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Rebecca Sarah Antiques
Telephone 07789 374912
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Rebecca Sarah Antiques
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A pair of circular brass plates displaying etched figures within central reserves and decorative borders.
Pair Of Antique Brass/Bronze Chinese Plates
Ref: SA1182405
A pair of circular brass plates displaying etched figures within central reserves and decorative borders.
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  • ObjectDecorative Plates
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinese Export
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourBrass
  • MotifsChased figure scenes, Etched rim borders, Shallow circular rim
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

This pair of antique Chinese export decorative plates originates from 1920 and functions as ornamental tableware. Cast in brass with a warm metallic brass tone, the polished finish shows gentle signs of age consistent with a vintage piece. Each circular plate features hand-engraved detail, including a central reserve depicting two figures, surrounded by etched rim borders and a shallow circular rim with maximalist motifs. The brass surfaces display subtle wear from historical handling. Each individual plate measures 4 cm high, 26 cm wide, and 26 cm deep. In a modern interior, these plates sit well displayed upon a sideboard top or mounted in decorative display settings within a living room or dining room. The reflective surfaces catch light from surrounding lamps, while the intricate engraved scenes add traditional Chinese export character to a tabletop scheme. They integrate smoothly into spaces styled with eclectic or traditional Asian decorative accessories, offering a functional antique surface for display trays or decorative arrangements.

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Brass production in China gained significant momentum during the Ming and Qing dynasties, expanding heavily into decorative export goods by the 19th and early 20th centuries. Artisans created cast and hand-chased pieces featuring traditional mythology, symbolic flora, and figural narrative scenes designed for both domestic use and Western trade.

These items were predominantly crafted from brass or bronze alloys, formed through casting or hammering techniques into shallow circular forms. Decorative elements were added using chasing, engraving, and etching tools to create detailed line drawings on the metal surface.

Authentic period examples generally display hand-chased tooling marks rather than machine-stamped designs, accompanied by uneven patina or oxidisation in deeper recesses. Weight, hand-finished rim profile variations, and traditional mark stamps on the reverse also assist in identification.

These pieces can be displayed upright on plate stands atop sideboards or consoles to catch light, or mounted on walls in gallery groupings. The warm metallic tones complement minimalist, maximalist, and traditional interior palettes.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth to remove surface grime. Avoid abrasive polishes or harsh chemical solvents that strip the original protective patina; a light application of microcrystalline wax can preserve the metal surface.
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