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Chinese Gaiwan Bowl Cover Saucer Porcelain Three Friends of Winter Republic 20C

£150.00

Inventory Code: INV4461

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Chinese Gaiwan Bowl Cover Saucer Porcelain Three Friends of Winter Republic 20C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4461

Object: Gaiwan

Material: Porcelain

Origin: China

Period: Republic Period

Date: 20th Century

Decoration: Enamel decoration of prunus blossom, pine, and bamboo representing the Three Friends of Winter

Mark: Unmarked

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 3.3 in / 8.5 cm

Width: 4.5 in / 11.5 cm

CONDITION

GOOD (4/5) – Light age-related wear, minor surface marks, and kiln impurities. Minor frits around the edges. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

A Chinese porcelain gaiwan comprising bowl, cover, and saucer.

The exterior is decorated with circular reserves containing prunus blossom, pine, and bamboo motifs in iron-red, green, and black enamels.

These decorative elements represent the traditional Three Friends of Winter theme.

The interior remains plain with a pale white glaze, emphasizing the elegant painted decoration.

A well-balanced Republic period tea vessel suitable for display or collection.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

The Three Friends of Winter, pine, bamboo, and prunus, symbolize perseverance, resilience, and renewal in Chinese art.

These motifs were especially popular on Republic period porcelains, reflecting enduring literati tastes and traditional symbolic decoration.

NOTES

Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description.

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