Lot 049 A FAMILLE-ROSE ‘FLOWERS’ BOWL 20TH CENTURY

Description

A FAMILLE-ROSE ‘FLOWERS’ BOWL
20TH CENTURY
二十世纪 粉彩折枝花卉纹盌
MEASUREMENTS
D. 17.4 cm, 6.8 in.
ESTIMATE
CAD 300 — 500
The bowl is elegantly fashioned with a slightly flared rim, deep rounded sides, and a sturdy circular foot. It is crafted from a fine-grained, solid porcelain body enveloped in a lustrous white glaze that is smooth to the touch. The exterior is beautifully adorned in a vibrant famille-rose palette, featuring an assorted arrangement of seasonal blossoms including opulent peonies, resilient chrysanthemums, and delicate prunus branches. The composition is masterfully spaced, allowing the pristine white ground to highlight the floral narrative. The enamels are applied with delicate tonal gradations—from soft pinks to verdant greens—creating a sophisticated, multi-layered effect that imbues the scenes with lifelike vitality and grace.
此盌造型规整，圆口微撇，深腹敛收，下承圈足，比例极其优美。胎质坚实洁白，釉面莹润如玉，光洁无瑕。器身通体以粉彩绘就“四季繁花”图：牡丹之雍容、菊花之清雅、梅花之傲雪，错落有致地分布于盌壁，布局疏朗，极具文人意趣。匠人运笔细腻，花瓣与叶片设色浓淡相宜，过渡自然，粉嫩柔美而不失明艳。整器色彩层次丰富，生机勃勃，展现了二十世纪粉彩工艺对古典花卉题材的精妙传承。
A bowl of this size and decorative quality represents the “Hundred Flowers” aesthetic that remained highly popular through the late Qing and Republic periods. The use of the peony (symbolizing wealth) and chrysanthemum (symbolizing longevity) creates a classic auspicious rebus for the household. The technical precision of the overglaze enamels, particularly the soft shading of the petals, reflects the high level of craftsmanship retained in Jingdezhen during the early-to-mid 20th century. Standing at 17.4 cm, this bowl is both a functional masterpiece and a captivating display of traditional Chinese botanical art, embodying a sense of enduring elegance and prosperity.
此盌展现了清代以来盛行的“百花”美学，将富贵长寿的吉祥寓意浓缩于方寸之间。牡丹寓意“富贵”，菊花寓意“长寿”，梅花寓意“高洁”，三者组合，既是对大自然的礼赞，亦是祈求生活美满的寄托。二十世纪的画工在处理粉彩颜色时，深得清三代之神韵，釉色润泽，起伏有致。17.4厘米的口径使其无论作为文房雅玩还是陈设器物，都显得端庄得体。整器保存完好，笔触生动，是研究近现代粉彩花卉风格演变的典型实物。
CONDITION REPORT
• Condition: In overall excellent condition. The famille-rose enamels remain vibrant and stable with minimal surface wear. No chips, cracks, or restorations detected. Minor natural kiln imperfections consistent with the period.
• 状况： 整体品相极佳。粉彩发色鲜艳，釉面结合牢固，仅见极轻微表面磨损。经检测无任何崩口、裂纹或修复迹象。见时代特征之少量自然窑斑（针眼），保存状况非常理想。