Set of Five Tea Bowls, Chenghua Mark
This elegant set of five blue and white porcelain tea bowls is decorated with the traditional phoenix and paulownia motif, inspired by the celebrated wares bearing the Chenghua reign mark. The graceful compositions and refined cobalt decoration reflect the timeless elegance of classical Chinese blue and white porcelain.Each bowl is finely potted with gently flaring sides and a neatly finished foot ring. The exterior is painted with majestic phoenixes in flight among flowering paulownia branches, their flowing tail feathers rendered with rhythmic brushwork that conveys remarkable vitality. The interplay of blossoms, foliage, and carefully reserved white space creates a harmonious composition of refined balance and movement.The fine white porcelain body is covered with a smooth translucent glaze, providing an ideal ground for the rich cobalt decoration. While unified in overall design, each bowl displays subtle variations characteristic of hand-painted porcelain, enhancing the charm of the complete set.In Chinese tradition, the phoenix symbolizes prosperity, harmony, and imperial virtue, while the paulownia tree represents nobility and purity. Together they form one of the most auspicious motifs in Chinese decorative art, expressing ideals of peace, refinement, and good fortune. Preserved as a complete set of five, these bowls combine practical function with enduring artistic and collectible appeal. Height: 4.5cm Diameter: 6.8cm
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This elegant set of five blue and white porcelain tea bowls is decorated with the traditional phoenix and paulownia motif, inspired by the celebrated wares bearing the Chenghua reign mark. The graceful compositions and refined cobalt decoration reflect the timeless elegance of classical Chinese blue and white porcelain.Each bowl is finely potted with gently flaring sides and a neatly finished foot ring. The exterior is painted with majestic phoenixes in flight among flowering paulownia branches, their flowing tail feathers rendered with rhythmic brushwork that conveys remarkable vitality. The interplay of blossoms, foliage, and carefully reserved white space creates a harmonious composition of refined balance and movement.The fine white porcelain body is covered with a smooth translucent glaze, providing an ideal ground for the rich cobalt decoration. While unified in overall design, each bowl displays subtle variations characteristic of hand-painted porcelain, enhancing the charm of the complete set.In Chinese tradition, the phoenix symbolizes prosperity, harmony, and imperial virtue, while the paulownia tree represents nobility and purity. Together they form one of the most auspicious motifs in Chinese decorative art, expressing ideals of peace, refinement, and good fortune. Preserved as a complete set of five, these bowls combine practical function with enduring artistic and collectible appeal. Height: 4.5cm Diameter: 6.8cm
Condition
Good condition , showing minor soiling accumulated over time, typical of its age[See images for details]
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24.8% up to
¥1,000,000.00
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