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Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Shard Box
Era: Late Qing–Republic Period, c. 1890–1930
Origin: China
Material: Famille Rose Porcelain Plaque, Silver-Tone …
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Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Shard Box
Era: Late Qing–Republic Period, c. 1890–1930
Origin: China
Material: Famille Rose Porcelain Plaque, Silver-Tone Metal Mount
Overview: A rectangular cushion-form Chinese shard box, the lid set with a hand-painted famille rose porcelain plaque depicting two court beauties in a garden — one seated in contemplation, one standing holding a lantern — amid flowering blooms in pink, blue, and yellow. The metal body is finished with engraved scrollwork to the sides. A refined example of the Chinese tradition of mounting prized porcelain fragments into functional decorative objects.
Specifications: Length: 6.25" | Width: 4.5" | Height: 1.5" | Form: Rectangular box with hinged lid
Condition: Porcelain plaque excellent; metal body shows age-appropriate tarnishing and discoloration in areas as pictured; fully functional.
Historical Significance: Shard boxes emerged as a cherished collectible tradition during the Qing dynasty, preserving fine painted porcelain in functional silver-mounted forms prized by scholars and literati alike.
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- Dimensions
- 4.5ʺW × 6.25ʺD × 1.5ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Porcelain plaque excellent; metal body shows age-appropriate tarnishing and discoloration in areas as pictured; fully functional. Condition: Porcelain plaque excellent; metal body shows age-appropriate tarnishing and discoloration in areas as pictured; fully functional. less
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