{"product_id":"1985-imperial-jingdezhen-pao-chai-plate-bradford-exchange-red-mansion-series-1","title":"1985 Imperial Jingdezhen “Pao-chai” Plate – Bradford Exchange Red Mansion Series #1","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eThe first issue in the celebrated \u003cem data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eBeauties of the Red Mansion\u003c\/em\u003e collector’s series, “Pao-chai” was created in 1985 by master artisan Zhao Huimin and produced by Imperial Jingdezhen Porcelain. Inspired by the classic Chinese literary masterpiece \u003cem data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"377\"\u003eA Dream of Red Mansions\u003c\/em\u003e, this finely detailed porcelain plate captures the elegance and poetic grace of one of the novel’s most beloved heroines. Flowing robes, delicate florals, and refined brushwork reflect traditional Chinese artistry rendered in vibrant enamel tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eThe border features a stylized geometric motif framing the central scene, while the reverse bears extensive Chinese calligraphy, date markings, and the Imperial Jingdezhen insignia. Marked 1985 and identified as the first issue in the series, this plate was originally distributed through The Bradford Exchange and includes its original box and accompanying paperwork, reinforcing its authenticity and provenance within the collector market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eCollector plates from Bradford Exchange series, including Imperial Jingdezhen issues from the mid-1980s, typically trade in the secondary market within a modest but consistent range depending on completeness and condition. With original packaging and documentation present, this example aligns toward the upper end of typical realized pricing for comparable sold listings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eDiscovered by Treasures Of Bako - Have we got a gem for you?!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Treasures of Bako","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46991651995797,"sku":null,"price":38.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0501\/4585\/3589\/files\/20260222_081811.jpg?v=1771889305","url":"https:\/\/treasuresofbako.com\/hi\/products\/1985-imperial-jingdezhen-pao-chai-plate-bradford-exchange-red-mansion-series-1","provider":"Treasures of Bako","version":"1.0","type":"link"}