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Up for sale is a rare and finely carved Chinese rose soapstone miniature libation cup decorated in scholarly taste with …
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Up for sale is a rare and finely carved Chinese rose soapstone miniature libation cup decorated in scholarly taste with magnolia (Yulan 玉兰)* motifs, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), overall wear, some natural fissures, and losses to the rim, see photos for details
Private Brooklyn collection
2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm) wide, 1 7/16 in. (3.7 cm) high
*In art, specifically Chinese art, the magnolia is used as a symbol of feminine sweetness and beauty. In China, magnolia flowers are symbols of purity and nobility. In Japan, the magnolia is used as a medicinal and ornamental plant. The flower is called Hanakotoba in the Japanese system of flower symbolism. This means that the flower is sublime, natural and shows love for nature. Magnolias are associated with the life force and are often presented at births.
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- Dimensions
- 2.12ʺW × 1.12ʺD × 1.44ʺH
- Styles
- Asian Antique
- Chinese
- Ming
- Period
- 16th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- China
- Soapstone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Rose
- Condition Notes
- See item description for more details See item description for more details less
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