A 19th century lacquered Chinese wall plaque hand-carved in rosewood. This rectangular plaque displays a lobed medallion showcasing a bird and foliage composition. This lightly hand-carved pattern features a bird on the left against a backdrop of flowers and leaves. This motif is enhanced by the translucent varnish on the background.

The plaque is made of rosewood, a red, soft wood popular in China. This Chinese 19th century hand-carved rosewood lacquered wall plaque would be an elegant decorative item in most homes, especially in a living room where it would be perfect above a sideboard or between two windows.