Chinese Canton Polychrome Rooster Plates Circa 1900 – Set of 3

A set of three Chinese porcelain plates with a rooster and peony bush in the design. Each plate is slightly different.   The molded porcelain plates with a floral edge have been decorated in over glaze enamels. The painting is crude with quick strokes of the brush. The backside of the plate has a quick iron red bamboo design.   The plates have raised, unglazed feet with some grit. The clay, which is visible on the feet, is an oatmeal color. You can see the knife marks from trimming.   MEASUREMENTS   6 5/8” (16.8 cm) diameter x 1 ½” (3.8 cm) deep. Weighs 1 lb 15.0 oz (880 g)   CONDITION   There is a glaze chip on the mouth of one plate. There are several small glaze cracks near the mouth on two of the plates. Otherwise, there are no cracks, chips, or breaks. They have kiln flaws, such as pin hole reserves, black spots, and grit near the foot.   A set of three antique Chinese restaurant dishes to decorate with or serve chips on.