Key Characteristics
Pattern: It features the characteristic "Rose Medallion" pattern, which is divided into panels (medallions). The panels alternate between detailed court or domestic scenes with figures and scholarly objects, and floral and bird motifs, typically involving peonies and butterflies.
Color Palette: The designs primarily use a vibrant "famille rose" (French for "pink family") enamel palette, featuring pink, green, and orange-red hues, often highlighted with gilding.
Origin and Era: These pieces were highly popular and made for export to Western markets, primarily in Canton (Guangzhou), China. Items like yours date most commonly from the mid-to-late 19th century or the early 20th century.
Size and Use: A piece of this size (approximately 46 inches or 117 cm in diameter based on your query) is exceptionally large for a charger, which are typically closer to 12-20 inches. It was likely intended as a significant decorative or display piece, possibly a shallow basin or a very large serving platter designed to be shown on a stand like the one pictured.
Due to its impressive size, this charger would be considered an important piece.