Chinese Bowl
DateQing Dynasty, 19th Century
Object NameBowl
Mediumporcelain
ClassificationsCeramics
DimensionsOverall: Height: 6.7 cm
Base: Diameter: 7 cm
Rim: Diameter: 14.2 cm
Base: Diameter: 7 cm
Rim: Diameter: 14.2 cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1968.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000803
About MeThe exterior of this Chinese porcelain bowl is pale green and is decorated with multicoloured peonies, lotus flowers and a bamboo tree.The peony is known as the flower of ‘wealth and honour’ in Chinese culture and was traditionally a token of love and exchanged as a farewell gift.
The lotus flower is associated with Buddhism and is a symbol of feminine beauty as well as purity because it rises unsullied from the mud.
Bamboo is a symbol of virtue in Chinese culture.
The interior of this Chinese porcelain bowl features a red floral border with pink and green sprigs.
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