Title
Two Chinese Export Bowls
Creator
Date
19th century
Description
A pair of Chinese export bowls (Chinese, 19th century) decorated all over in the rose medallion pattern with enamels in green, blue, and pink among others. The exterior is painted with figural scenes against intricate floral reserves. The interior is painted with a central medallion of figures in a garden setting, this is surrounded by a floral band, which is surrounded by a large band with figures, and the rim is painted with a band of flowers, birds, and insects. The bowls stand on a low foot base.
Cultural Origin
Chinese
Medium
porcelain
Extent
5 1/4" x 11 5/8" x 11 5/8"
Collection
Source
Gift of Miss Edith M.K. Wetmore.
Identifier
PSNC.4490.1 - .2
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