Vintage Chinese Famille Rose "Boys Playing Go" Jar With Poem, Tongzhi Mark

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Dimensions: Height 15.5cm (6.10") x Diameter 15.5cm (6.10")
Material: Glazed Porcelain, Famille Rose Enamel
Style: Chinese, Chinoiserie, Traditional, Vintage

Description:
… Read more Dimensions: Height 15.5cm (6.10") x Diameter 15.5cm (6.10")
Material: Glazed Porcelain, Famille Rose Enamel
Style: Chinese, Chinoiserie, Traditional, Vintage

Description:
Presenting a beautiful and elegantly proportioned vintage Chinese porcelain jar. The jar is covered in a bright, clean white glaze and is exquisitely painted with a lively and highly auspicious "Boys Playing" (婴戏图) scene. It depicts several adorable, plump children in colorful traditional robes gathered around a Go (Weiqi) board in a garden setting, accompanied by a scholar's rock, pine branches, a lotus flower, and a fluttering butterfly. The reverse side features elegant black calligraphy reading "乐在其中" (Finding Joy in It) along with a red artist seal.

The base bears a red seal mark reading "同治年制" (Made in the Tongzhi Period), a traditional reverence mark. The mouth rim is accented with a brown band.

Condition: Excellent condition. The glaze is vibrant and glossy with no visible chips, cracks, or repairs. The painted details are crisp and beautifully preserved. Minor surface wear consistent with age and display. Please refer to all photos for exact condition.

This elegant piece makes a stunning focal point for a console table, bookshelf, or as a refined accent in any Asian-inspired or traditional interior. See less