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19th Century Famille Rose Chinese Export Punch, Koi Decorated

Offered by: GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN

Description
Fine Ch'ing dynasty export Famille Rose large punch bowl, hand-painted porcelain, in very colorful everyday scenes of the upper socioeconomic level of Chinese society during the period of the late 18th century (circa 1785). Fruit, floral, and avian decorations are depicted throughout the outside and the interior with colorful Koi fish.

Koi Fish meaning is good fortune or luck they also are associated with perseverance in adversity and strength of purpose, the Koi fish symbolize good luck, abundance and perseverance. Symbolic in Buddhism is to represent courage. Today the fish are considered to be symbolic of advancement materially and spiritually.
This item was removed from a mansion in Greenwich Ct and is fresh to the market.
Late 18th-19th Century

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Hand painted porcelain
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
Styles / Movements:	Chinese Export, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	101-CS
Incollect Reference #:	343039

Dimensions

H.	6.5 in;	Diam.	15.5 in;
H.	16.51 cm;	Diam.	39.37 cm;

Message from Seller:

GREENWICH LIVING DESIGN (est. 1975) is an Antique and 20th Century Art & Design Gallery located in Stamford, CT for over 30 years. Our gallery carries rare and important design objects by both iconic and lesser-known designers from the 18th to the 20th Century – with a focus on 20th Century French design. Recent installations feature Pierre Jeanneret, Maison Jansen, Gio Ponti, Phillip & Kelvin LaVerne, Warren Platner, Ueli Berger, Massimo Vignelli, and many more.