Chinese Canton Rose Porcelain Cover Foo Lion Finial Gilt Qing 19th Century

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Inventory Code: INV2449

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🌟 Product Details

Inventory Code INV2449
Ⓜ️ Material Porcelain
Origin Chinese
πŸ›οΈ Period Late Qing Dynasty – 19th Century
πŸ…‚ Subject Finely painted Canton Rose floral decoration with Foo Lion finial
🏷️ Marked Unmarked

πŸ“œ Description
Antique Chinese porcelain cover for a vase or jar, richly decorated in the Canton Rose palette with
scrolling flowers in green, pink, and orange enamels. The finial is shaped as a gilded Foo Lion (guardian
dog). A fine decorative survivor from the Late Qing Dynasty.

Collector’s Notes:
The Canton Rose style was highly prized in the 19th century, with symbolic lotus blossoms representing
purity and Foo Lions as protective emblems. Such covers are scarce and valued for their craftsmanship
and cultural significance.

πŸ” Condition
FAIR β­β­β­β˜†β˜† (3/5) – cover has been broken finial and chipped edges, with wears and losses. Please review the
photos carefully for more details.

πŸ“ Sizes Height Approx. 6.5 cm Diameter Approx. 8.0 cm Inner Circle Approx. 3.5 cm
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