Iron red and grisaille Chinese porcelain "armorial" dish. This is a Chinese export porcelain dish with a European-style coat of arms in the centre. The design includes a heraldic shield flanked by two mythical creatures, possibly a griffin and a lion, surmounted by a crown. The shield is adorned with a red and white chevron, which may indicate a noble or aristocratic family coat of arms. The border is adorned with intricate monochrome and gilded details, representing classical motifs such as draperies, floral motifs and cherubs, reflecting European Baroque or Rococo influences. It probably dates from the 18th or early 19th century, when Chinese porcelain was highly sought after by the European elite. This plate is probably a custom-made armorial piece commissioned by a European family, a common practice in the export trade of the Qing dynasty. D: 24 cm. Chips. Perfect condition.