A Fine Qing Yongzheng Blue and White “Cloud Dragon, Sea Waves and Longevity Mountain” Dish (Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period, 18th Century)

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Dimensions: H 3.2 cm (1.3 in), W 21 cm (8.3 in), 18th-century Qing porcelainCondition and Provenance: Good overall condition with well-preserved glaze and clear blue-and-white decoration. Provenance: From a private collection in New York, USA.Description: This elegant Yongzheng period dish features a shallow rounded body with a gently flared rim and a neatly finished foot. The refined porcelain body and luminous white glaze reflect the high standards of Qing imperial ceramics. The interior is decorated with a powerful dragon emerging among layers of auspicious clouds, with finely rendered scales, flowing whiskers, horns, and claws. The dragon descends from the clouds, releasing a stream of water that transforms into a symbolic longevity mountain, surrounded by dynamic waves with carefully balanced composition. The inner rim is decorated with continuous crashing sea waves, while the exterior repeats the wave motif near the foot, creating a harmonious decorative scheme. The cobalt blue decoration displays rich tonal variation and confident brushwork characteristic of Yongzheng imperial porcelain painting. The design symbolizes longevity, prosperity, and imperial auspiciousness. The base bears a six-character underglaze blue regular-script mark reading “Da Qing Yongzheng Nian Zhi” within double circles. With its elegant form, sophisticated decoration, and refined craftsmanship, this dish represents a fine example of Yongzheng imperial blue-and-white porcelain.

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