Chinese Porcelain Saucer Blue White Boy Play Kite Water Buffalo Kangxi Qing 18C

£175.00

Inventory Code: INV4296

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Chinese Porcelain Saucer Blue White Boy Play Kite Water Buffalo Kangxi Qing 18C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4296

Object: Saucer

Material: Porcelain

Origin: China

Period: Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period

Date: Late 17th to Early 18th Century

Decoration: Underglaze blue scene of a boy riding a water buffalo flying a kite beneath a willow tree

Mark: Unmarked

MEASUREMENTS

Diameter: 4.7 in / 12.0 cm

Height: 1.0 in / 2.5 cm

CONDITION

GOOD (4/5) – Light surface wear and kiln imperfections consistent with age. No major chips or cracks observed. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

Fine Chinese export porcelain saucer decorated in underglaze cobalt blue.The central scene depicts a young boy riding a water buffalo while flying a kite beside a willow tree.The rim features a decorative floral and geometric border design.The painting is executed in a lively Kangxi style with delicate line work and open composition.An attractive example of early Qing dynasty blue and white porcelain.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

Scenes of boys at play symbolized happiness, prosperity, and continuity in Chinese decorative arts.Water buffalo imagery is closely associated with rural life and traditional scholarly ideals.Kangxi period blue and white porcelains remain highly sought after by collectors worldwide.

NOTES

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