Vintage Red Foo Lion Cylindrical Box Late 20th C

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Description

A round, white porcelain cylindrical covered box or jar adorned with hand-painted iron-red (coral red) foo lion and cloud motifs.
… Read more A round, white porcelain cylindrical covered box or jar adorned with hand-painted iron-red (coral red) foo lion and cloud motifs.

The top of the lid depicts a classic Buddhist Lion (Foo Dog) with its cub playing with a polychrome ribboned brocade ball, surrounded by stylized clouds and other iron-red Buddhist decorations.

The inside features a cluster of three peaches, which traditionally symbolize longevity and good fortune in Chinese culture.

The mouth, lid lip and foot ring are all unglazed. The base is glazed and a six-character mark in iron-red on the base reads 大清光緒年製 (Da Qing Guangxu Nian Zhi). This translates to "Made during the Guangxu Reign of the Qing Dynasty" (1875–1908). This mark is apocryphal and the box was manufactured in either the late 20th C.

MEASUREMENTS
4 ¾ in (12.1 cm) diameter x 2 7/8 in (7.3 cm) tall. Weighs 1 lb. 1.8 oz.

CONDITIONThe box has no chips and very few signs of wear.

With its vibrant iron-red decoration and auspicious symbolism, this charming covered box makes an attractive display piece and a welcome addition to any collection of Chinese porcelain. See less