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Pair of Porcelain Kneeling Chinese Boys Holding Shallow Single Blossom Vessels

$385per set
£292.13per set
€334.02per set
CA$537.74per set
A$597.89per set
CHF 312.19per set
MX$7,277.83per set
NOK 3,983.38per set
SEK 3,732.23per set
DKK 2,492.88per set
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About the Item

This whimsical pair of porcelain figures depict kneeling Chinese boys holding square containers suitable for single blossoms. The symmetry is graceful from all angles and the color palette is lovely. Features include a smooth glaze over hand painted bright colored turquoise jackets with pink and green flowers outlined in black highlights and they also wear brick red trousers and shoes. Black top knots, intricate hands, and applied ears add further interest to this detailed pair.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition, no chips or cracks. Some normal rubs and wear throughout to painting. Some discoloration to bottoms of the vessels. *See all images.
  • Seller Location:
    Savannah, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1071244292402

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