Plate decorated with Japanese Kakiemon-inspired scene with twisted dragon 1747 - 1757

This 18th-century Chelsea porcelain plate, inspired by Japanese Kakiemon ware, features a vibrant scene of a red dragon ascending a bamboo stalk amidst blooming flowers. The plate's scalloped rim and intricate floral details showcase the Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory's skill in replicating and reinterpreting East Asian aesthetics. The use of bright colors and delicate brushwork creates a visually captivating and refined decorative object. This plate, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, exemplifies the fascination with Japanese art and design in 18th-century Europe.