CHINESE QING BLUE AND WHITE PORCELAIN PLATES
Qing dynasty; Kangxi period (1662-1722AD); This fantastic set of two blue and white small plates with scalloped rims is embellished with peonies, chrysanthemums and birds resting on leafy branches. In Chinese tradition peonies are considered a flower of ‘wealth and honour’, and was traditionally a token of love and exchanged as a farewell gift; Chrysanthemums are associated with longevity and wealth, because the name sounds similar to the word ? jiu, meaning ‘long enduring’. Very Good condition;Size:131mmx131mm;176g; Provenance: Dutch Estate collection of Asian and Oriental Art.
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Qing dynasty; Kangxi period (1662-1722AD); This fantastic set of two blue and white small plates with scalloped rims is embellished with peonies, chrysanthemums and birds resting on leafy branches. In Chinese tradition peonies are considered a flower of ‘wealth and honour’, and was traditionally a token of love and exchanged as a farewell gift; Chrysanthemums are associated with longevity and wealth, because the name sounds similar to the word ? jiu, meaning ‘long enduring’. Very Good condition;Size:131mmx131mm;176g; Provenance: Dutch Estate collection of Asian and Oriental Art.
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