Famille-Rose Flared-Rim Basin Fully Decorated with Interlocking Lotus, Dragon and Phoenix, Qianlong

Famille-Rose Flared-Rim Basin Fully Decorated with Interlocking Lotus, Dragon and Phoenix, Qianlong Mark and Period, Qing DynastyExecuted in the contrasting-colour palette, the basin has a flared rim and open mouth. The centre is painted with a dragon and phoenix chasing the flaming pearl, while the interior walls are fully decorated with interlocking lotus and round longevity medallions amid flowers. The rim is gilt-painted. The dense, ornate design symbolizes auspicious harmony between dragon and phoenix and enduring fortune and longevity - an important palace display piece.Height 9cm, Diameter 41cm