Vietnamese Bleu de Hue Porcelain Plate W/Fishing Boat Scene & Longevity Character - This porcelain plate is elaborately decorated in underglazed blue with an ornate riverscape scene. The scene depicts a fishing boat in a river, underneath a pine tree. The base of the plate bears a longevity character in underglazed blue. This very high quality porcelain was ordered from China for the court use. Although Chinese artisans executed the painting, Vietnamese rulers dictated the designs. Each ruler ordered ceramics of his own liking for use in his court, as well as presentation pieces to give to members of royal families and mandarin officials. This is a true modern day treasure, and a once in a lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Vietnamese history. This piece has excellent investment potential, as it is thought by experts around the world and avid collectors that due to the rapid modernization of Vietnam, Vietnamese antiques will within the next ten years be more valuable than Chinese antiques. According to some of the most expert collectors in the world, what used to sell for hundreds are now selling for tens of thousands. Measurements: 7" in diameter.