Hand-painted Canton porcelain
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A modern guide to Rose Medallion — antique Canton famille-rose porcelain (廣彩) — and custom plates hand-painted to order, one brushstroke at a time.
The guide
What is Rose Medallion?
Identify, date, value, and understand the patterns of Canton famille-rose porcelain.
Reference
Marks & dating
A growing reference for identifying Chinese porcelain marks and reign periods.
The journal
Latest writing
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When to Restore Antique Porcelain (and How to Find a Conservator)
Repair, restoration, or leave it alone? When to consult a professional ceramics conservator, why to avoid DIY glue, and how restoration affects value.
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Storing and Protecting a Porcelain Collection
How to store antique Rose Medallion and Chinese porcelain safely: stacking, padding, boxes, climate, handling, and keeping records for insurance.
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How to Display and Hang Antique Plates Safely
Safe ways to display and wall-hang antique Rose Medallion and Chinese porcelain plates: plate stands, hangers, plate rails, and what to avoid.
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Famille Rose, Verte, Noire, and Jaune: The Chinese Enamel Families
The famille colour families explained (verte, rose, noire, and jaune): how to tell them apart, when each appeared, and where Rose Medallion fits.
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How Much Is Rose Medallion Worth? A Value Guide
What actually drives the value of Rose Medallion porcelain (painting quality, condition, form, age, and rarity), and how to get a realistic valuation.
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Is Antique Chinese Porcelain Safe to Eat Off? Lead and Everyday Use
Antique overglaze enamels and gilding can contain lead, so antique Chinese porcelain is best treated as decorative. Here's the honest, non-alarmist guidance.
Made to order in Macau
A plate painted for you
Every custom piece is hand-painted to order at GoodTime Studio Macau. Tell us your pattern, colours, and occasion.