Timeless Elegance: Chinese Famille Rose Lazy Susan Serving Set
Every now and then, a treasure appears that makes you stop and smile. Recently, I came across a Chinese Famille Rose Lazy Susan serving set —a complete six-piece porcelain arrangement with a central covered dish, measuring about 15 ¼ inches wide . The moment I saw the cobalt blue, rust orange, and gold floral designs , I knew this was something special. These sets were extremely popular in the 1960s through the 1980s , when Chinese export porcelain was sought after for both banquet dining and home entertaining . The bold color palette, often described as Imari-style (with its striking mix of cobalt blue and rust), pairs beautifully with the softer floral influences of Famille Rose porcelain , a decorative tradition dating back to the Qing Dynasty. The Lazy Susan form itself is practical and charming—six wedge-shaped dishes fit neatly around the central bowl, making it ideal for serving appetizers, pickles, sauces, or small treats at family gatherings. Beyond function, though...