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Catalog Number |
1976.1.4977 |
Object Name |
Bowl, Serving |
Date |
1800s late |
Description |
This is a decorative Canton blue and white porcelain scalloped bowl which dates from the second half of the 19th century according to Sotheby's. The scene painted in the bowl includes the traditional Canton elements of pagoda on the right, bridge and boat in front, two islands with small buildings and mountains in the background, willow trees. There is a blue border along the rim with a scalloped smaller border below, then a white border around the central scene. On the verso, there are blue flowers and leaves painted on three scallops. |
Materials |
Porcelain |
Condition |
Poor |
Search Terms |
Bowl Canton China Chinese Dining Dinnerware |
Catalog Sub-category |
Food Service T&E |