Set of 3 Hand-Painted Bamboo Wall Plates (Chinese, Mid-20th Century)

A rare trio of woven bamboo wall plates, each hand-painted with vivid traditional Chinese motifs and accented with calligraphy. The lightweight bamboo bases are pieced in a geometric weave, providing a textured canvas for brush-painted imagery:

• Tiger Plate – A roaring tiger on rocky terrain, symbol of power, courage, and protection.

• Horse & Attendant Plate – A dynamic scene of nobility and loyalty, a common theme in classical Chinese storytelling.

• Maiden with Offering Plate – A graceful female figure holding a floral arrangement, embodying beauty, prosperity, and spiritual offering.

The inscriptions add poetic depth, while the red seals evoke the tradition of literati art. These plates were intended to be hung on walls as decoration, blending rustic bamboo craft with fine-art sensibility.

Usage (Then & Now)

• Then: Produced as decorative export or domestic art pieces in the mid-20th century, reflecting pride in cultural symbolism.

• Now: Ideal as a rare wall décor set for collectors of Asian art, bohemian interiors, or anyone wishing to infuse their space with symbolic strength, grace, and vitality.

Obscure Lore
The tiger guards against evil, the horse carries ambition, and the maiden ensures abundance. Hung together, the three are said to balance protection, action, and blessing — a cosmic feng shui trifecta.

Modern Appeal
A rare survival of bamboo artistry, these plates merge folk craftsmanship, fine painting, and esoteric symbolism. Their handmade charm makes them one-of-a-kind conversation pieces.