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Chinese Republic Period Book Form Porcelain Narcissus Bowl

$3,800
£2,905.30
€3,346.32
CA$5,324.97
A$5,944.82
CHF 3,115
MX$72,770.47
NOK 39,560.50
SEK 37,300.53
DKK 24,973.94
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About the Item

A Chinese blue and white and famille rose enameled porcelain jardinière in the form of a book, Republic Period, circa 1930s. The jardinière meant to serve as a bulb bowl for narcissus, a favourite flower of the Chinese during the Chinese New Year, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity. The planter itself rose on four squat feet, and decorated in a diaper pattern in underglaze blue, simulating brocade. Various flowers have been painted in overgalze famille rose enamels. The underside bearing a six character hall mark reading Duo Fu Duo Shou Tang Zhi (Made for the Hall of Abundant Happiness and Long Life).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 6.25 in (15.88 cm)
  • Style:
    Qing (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In very good condition, with only slight wear to the enamels, as expected. No chips, cracks or repairs noted.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU89478392253

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