Republican Period (Early 20th Century) Famille Rose Porcelain Plaque Depicting Bodhidharma in Enlightenment Meditation, with Original Carved Rosewood Hanging Frame

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Dimensions: Overall height including porcelain plaque and original rosewood frame: approx. 46 cm (18.1 inches, 1.51 ft); width approx. 37.5 cm (14.8 inches, 1.23 ft). Early 20th century, Republican Period.。Condition and Provenance: The porcelain plaque is in excellent condition with a fine white glazed surface and stable famille rose colors. The painted image remains well preserved without visible major cracks, chips, or extensive areas of color loss. The original carved rosewood frame is intact, showing a deep natural patina, minor age-related wear, and a complete carved ruyi cloud-form metal hanging mount. Provenance: Private Collection, California, USA.Description: This vertical rectangular famille rose porcelain plaque is presented in its original carved rosewood frame with a ruyi cloud-form decorative metal hanger, representing a traditional Chinese religious-themed porcelain panel intended for elegant interior display. The porcelain body has a refined white glaze and is painted in the modern famille rose technique with a meditative scene of Bodhidharma’s enlightenment. The central figure depicts Bodhidharma dressed in a vivid orange-red robe, seated in a meditative posture on a softly rendered earth-toned ground. His flowing robes are outlined with graceful brushwork, creating natural folds and movement. His facial expression is powerfully rendered, with detailed white eyebrows and beard emphasizing the solemn character of the figure. A circular halo appears behind his head, with a small image of his spiritual form within the light, expressing a state of deep meditation and transcendence. Bodhidharma holds a thread connected to an incense burner, from which delicate smoke rises, creating a quiet and contemplative atmosphere. The right side of the plaque features vertical calligraphy reading “Buddha’s Light Illuminates the World, Boundless Are the Great Divine Powers,” accompanied by three red seals. The combination of painting and calligraphy enhances the scholarly character of the work. The composition is dominated by warm orange-red and soft ochre tones, with carefully rendered facial details and refined textile textures, representing the classic style of Republican-era famille rose figure painting. The original rosewood frame features precise carved edges, a deep wood tone, natural aged patina, and a complete decorative hanging mount, allowing the piece to be displayed directly.

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