Legend of the Willow Plate

From the introduction:

No one knows who first told the story of the willow plate. We do know that the popular willow-pattern dinnerware was first manufactured in England around 1780 and that it is actually a combination of several designs often found on porcelain imported from China at that time. Ever since, the willow pattern has remained a household favorite, and today it is seen even on paper napkins and paper plates. Perhaps the legend originated in England. Or possibly it was some old Chinese storyteller, heeding the cries of a circle of children for "just one more story" who began spinning the tale of Chang and his love for the beautiful Koong-se. It is easy to find the places mentioned in the story on the plate. In the center is the palace of T'so Ling, shaded by a willow tree. At the lower left is the summer house where Koong-se spent her days, and in front of it is the bridge. You can even see the figures of Koong-se and Chang running away from the angry T'so Ling. Below is the fence the father built to keep away suitors. Above the willow is the boat that the two lovers escaped in, and beyond that is the island where they found happiness. Sad to say, the house on the island is already in flames but, high above, at the top of the plate, Koong-se and Chang fly as immortal doves, forever free.