Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Seal

This large ceramic block is actually a form of Chinese headrest or neck pillow. Popular during the Qing dynasty, rigid headrests such as this were used by upper-class women to protect their elaborate hairstyles by elevating the head during slumber. This example dates to the early 20th century and is glazed in the blue-and-white style with rich, cobalt-blue color. The headrest is decorated on all sides with mythical fu lion dogs playing with ribbon-tied brocade balls, a motif that evokes the idiom "may you and your descendant achieve high rank." A powerful and benevolent guardian, the fu lion (shizi) is the perfect force to protect against nightmares and bad energy. A geometric meander trims the corners and small dragon-like bats frame coin...

A delicate example of the time-honored practice of blue-and-white ceramics, this 19th-century porcelain soup spoon was likely used as an everyday eating utensil. Used in China as ear...

A delicate example of the time-honored practice of blue-and-white ceramics, this 19th century porcelain soup spoon was likely used as an everyday ...

Coated inside and out with a rich, dark brown glaze, this 19th-century jar was originally used for fermenting foods and condiments in a provincial Chinese kitchen. The wide-mouth jar...

An opaque brown glaze coats the body of this small kitchen jar, sheeting down the sides and pooling at the sharp angle drawn by its high shoulders. The gl...

As evidenced by the interior glaze, this vessel was once used in a provincial Qing-dynasty kitchen for storing food and condiments. The vessel has a gently tapered form, with wide sh...

A Classic Chinese underglaze ceramic lidded ginger jar with blue and yellow enamel painting depicting daisy chains, Lotus flowers and Dragon scenes. This is hallmarked for Jaiqing Dy...

A vintage Chinese porcelain vase probably from the 1960's in blue enamel decorated with beautiful flowers and delicate gold handpainted painted details. Signed.    We’re an exhibition space and an online destination established by the passionate art...

This 1930s Chinese Vase is made of ceramic with a white and blue finish. Adorning the vase are floral patterns and Chinese characters. This vase is sturdy, stunning, and ready to dec...

Very nice antique Chinese blue and white vase.

Very nice antique Chinese blue and white vase.

A wonderfully hand-painted pair of Chinese blue & white ceramic spoons circa 1850. They bear double happiness signs and wonderful, sculptural shape. A gr...