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Antique Chinese blue & white lidded jar depicting Quilin
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China, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) – Republic Period (1912-1949). This lidded jar is of an ovoid shape features a cobalt blue painting of a dignitary perhaps, riding a Quilin accompanied by his attendants. Rotating the jar, one finds a symbol or lettering, assumed to be a signature .
To the lid, one finds images of bats in flight, a Chinese symbol of prosperity and good fortune.
The base is marked with two blue circles , often associated with Chinese ceramics from the early Qing dynasty onwards.
The figure riding on the back of the Quilin appears to hold a small object, likely a ruyi scepter. The ruyi scepter is a traditional Chinese symbol of power, good fortune, and authority. The ruyi is commonly associated with granting wishes or bringing good luck, and it is a symbol of respect in Chinese culture.
This scene likely refers to a famous legend in which the Quilin appeared to the mother of Confucius, a great philosopher from ancient China, to announce the birth of her son and his future importance. The Quilin is considered a benevolent and auspicious creature in Chinese mythology, and many families pray to it for the blessing of children, particularly when seeking a virtuous or noble heir.
Condition: Very good condition, no cracks, no chips, some firing flaws including glaze bubbles
Provenance: Gordon collection, Lancashire, England. This lot was acquired by second generation members of the Gordon family after 1970 and has remained in the family ever since.
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Dimensions: Height 20 cm
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ConditionExcellentColorsBlueMaterialCeramicNumber of items1Height20 cmWidth12 cmDepth12 cm
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Lancaster, United KingdomOn Whoppah since March 2025 • 0 sales