Daoguang Period, Famille‑Rose Square Flower Pot with Moulded Bats, Peaches and Ganoderma Decoration

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Dimensions: 13 cm high, 12 cm wide. Condition and Provenance: Complete and intact, without cracks or damage. The high-relief and enamel are well preserved. The interior and base are coated with a smooth turquoise glaze. The four feet show natural signs of age. There are two drainage holes inside the pot. It has not been chemically cleaned. Formerly in the private collection of Robert Cole of Richmond, Virginia, USA, acquired in the 1990s, it was a family heirloom. Never publicly auctioned, no exhibition or publication record. Description: A square painted flowerpot from the Daoguang period of the imperial court, used for court display. The square pot has concave corners and flared feet. The interior is coated with a turquoise glaze. There are two drainage holes at the bottom, which is stamped with a six-character iron-red mark "Made in the Daoguang Period of the Great Blue." The exterior is painted with light blue cloud patterns. The body is decorated with high-relief motifs, including peaches of longevity and lush lingzhi fungus. The four corners of the rim are decorated with bat motifs, symbolizing good fortune and longevity. The details of the branches, leaves, and lingzhi mushrooms are meticulously depicted and filled with rich famille rose glaze. This piece combines various techniques such as molding, carving, and overglaze painting, showcasing the exquisite porcelain decoration skills of the Daoguang period.

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