{"product_id":"authentic-voc-bird-porcelain-plate","title":"Authentic VOC Export Porcelain Plate – Bird Motif","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChina for the Dutch East India Company (VOC) · 17th–18th Century\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA highly collectible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eVOC monogram export porcelain plate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, distinguished by its elegant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebird and floral composition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt the center, the iconic VOC emblem is framed by a lively scene of birds perched among stylized foliage — a motif symbolizing harmony and prosperity, adapted for European taste. The surrounding border features bold scrolling designs, creating a dynamic and balanced composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe cobalt decoration is finely hand-painted under glaze, with tonal variations that highlight the craftsmanship of export porcelain workshops serving the Dutch East India Company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe glaze presents a fine, even craquelure, and the overall surface shows authentic wear consistent with age, reinforcing its historical integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis example stands out for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003estrong decorative impact combined with true collector significance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ceylantique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48191771017441,"sku":null,"price":1950.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/0185\/4689\/files\/VOCExportPorcelainPlate_BirdMotif.png?v=1775647122","url":"https:\/\/ceylantique.com\/products\/authentic-voc-bird-porcelain-plate","provider":"Ceylantique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}