A CHINESE PORCELAIN FAMILLE ROSE 'WAN SHOU WU JIANG' PLATE

bearing a six character Guangxu mark to the base, with an everted gilded rim, the yellow ground decorated with a central shou symbol and surrounded by four further characters, alternating with bands of ribbon, the exterior with three floral sprays, 24cm diameter

Plates of this type are typically produced in celebration of important birthdays, the characters translating to 'May you enjoy infinite longevity'.