Lot 078 A GE-TYPE GLAZE AND BLUE AND WHITE ‘BOYS AT PLAY’ SNUFF BOTTLEMID-QING DYNASTY

Description

A GE-TYPE GLAZE AND BLUE AND WHITE ‘BOYS AT PLAY’ SNUFF BOTTLE
MID-QING DYNASTY
清中期 哥釉青花百子图鼻烟壶
MEASUREMENTS
H. 7.2 cm, 2.8 in.
ESTIMATE
USD 200 — 300
(HKD 1,500 — 2,300)
The snuff bottle is of a classic globular form, featuring a narrow mouth, a short neck, and a full, rounded body that tapers slightly to a recessed foot. The vessel is masterfully decorated in underglaze blue with a “Hundred Boys” (Baizi) motif, depicting numerous children in various spirited poses, engaging in play against a minimalist backdrop. The entirety of the bottle is covered in a crackled Ge-type glaze, characterized by its distinctive “gold thread and iron line” (jinsi tiexian) network. The crackle is naturally and evenly distributed, providing a sophisticated, archaic texture to the luminous white surface.
此鼻烟壶呈小口、短颈、球形腹之态，器型圆润饱满，握感扎实。瓶身以青花绘**“百子图”，画面中孩童形态各异，笔触简练传神，生动捕捉了嬉戏闹春的欢快场景。全器施以哥釉**，釉面莹润，呈现出典型的**“金丝铁线”**开片纹理。开片纵横交错，分布自然匀称，将青花的灵动与仿古釉色的沉稳完美结合，展现出清中期工匠对多工艺复合装饰的娴熟运用。
The “Hundred Boys” motif is one of the most beloved auspicious themes in Chinese art, symbolizing the quintessential wish for “multiplicity of progeny and an abundance of blessings” (duozi duofu). The contrast between the lively, dynamic figures and the contemplative, crackled Ge glaze creates a unique visual harmony, reflecting the mid-Qing literati’s penchant for combining folk symbolism with the refined aesthetics of Song dynasty ceramics. Standing at 7.2 cm, this bottle is a charming example of the fusion between the vibrant blue and white tradition and the classic crackle-glaze heritage, making it a meaningful addition to any collection of Qing dynasty miniature ceramics.
“百子纹”寓意**“子孙万代、多子多福”**，寄托了家族兴旺、基业长青的美好愿景。此器将哥釉这一宋代名窑精髓与青花叙事纹样巧妙融合，使原本热烈的嬉戏场景呈现出一种古朴典雅的艺术氛围。7.2厘米的高度比例匀称，釉色温润，包浆自然，不仅是一件实用的盛烟之器，更是清代中期民众祈福文化与文人审美高度契合的微型陶瓷艺术精品。
CONDITION REPORT
• Condition: In overall very good condition. The crackle pattern is stable and natural. The underglaze blue remains crisp. No chips or restorations to the porcelain body. Minor surface wear consistent with age.
• 状况： 整体品相良好。哥釉开片稳定自然，青花发色清晰。瓷胎经检测无任何崩口或修复迹象。见时代特征之轻微表面磨损，保存状况理想。