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Greetings, collectors and connoisseurs! Today, we have a captivating piece of Chinese porcelain: a beautifully decorated *famille verte* bowl. Its vibrant palette and intricate designs immediately draw the eye, offering a glimpse into a rich artistic tradition. This bowl, while echoing the grandeur of the Kangxi period, is more accurately dated to the late 19th or early 20th century, during the Late Qing Dynasty or Republic Period. It represents a fascinating chapter in Chinese ceramic history, where master potters continued to draw inspiration from the celebrated Kangxi *famille verte* wares, creating pieces that honored the past while catering to contemporary tastes. Crafted from fine porcelain, the bowl showcases the distinctive *famille verte* palette, characterized by its dominant greens, blues, and iron red enamels. The exterior is meticulously painted with alternating panels featuring mythical creatures like the auspicious qilin, alongside intricate geometric diaper patterns. The interior reveals a charming central motif of peonies. The careful application of these overglaze enamels, combined with the precise brushwork, speaks to the skill of the artisan, faithfully reproducing the aesthetic of an earlier era. Examining the bowl, we find it to be in very good condition. There are no apparent chips, cracks, or significant repairs, only minor surface wear consistent with its age. The enamels retain much of their original vibrancy. The presence of the 'Yong Yu Tang Zhi' hall mark on the base, while a genuine mark of a private kiln, is a key indicator that this piece, despite its Kangxi-style decoration, is a later homage rather than a true imperial Kangxi period production. Therefore, while a genuine antique from the late Qing/Republic period, its authenticity as a Kangxi period piece is not supported by the mark. We'd place its authenticity score as a Kangxi *style* piece at 60%. For a piece of this quality and age, a conservative auction estimate would be in the range of $800 to $1,500. A delightful example of enduring Chinese artistry!
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Item Report
Chinese Kangxi Style Famille Verte Porcelain Bowl
中国康熙风格五彩瓷碗
By: Yong Yu Tang (永裕堂)
Style: Chinese Kangxi Style (Late Qing/Republic Period)
Origin: China
Materials: Porcelain, overglaze enamels (famille verte palette)
Age: Late 19th to Early 20th Century (Late Qing Dynasty to Republic Period)
Condition: Very Good (Minor surface wear consistent with age, no visible chips, cracks, or major repairs.)
Value: Authentic (if proven Kangxi period with this rare hall mark): $8,000 - $15,000; Reproduction (Late Qing/Republic period, as likely): $800 - $1,500
Maker's Marks / Writing: '永裕堂製' (Yong Yu Tang Zhi) in underglaze blue on the base. Also, some handwritten collection/auction numbers on the base.
Date: 2026-06-25 12:31:47.436995
Description:
A finely painted Chinese porcelain bowl featuring a vibrant famille verte (五彩) palette. The exterior is decorated with alternating panels depicting mythical beasts, including a qilin and a horse-like creature, interspersed with auspicious objects and geometric diaper patterns. The interior features a central motif of peonies. The bowl stands on a neatly finished foot ring. 一件精美绘制的中国瓷碗,采用鲜艳的五彩(famille verte)调色。碗外壁饰有交替的开光,描绘了神兽,包括麒麟和马状生物,其间点缀着吉祥物和几何锦地纹。碗内中央饰有牡丹花卉图案。碗底圈足规整。
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a well-executed porcelain bowl in the Kangxi famille verte style. While the decoration is highly reminiscent of the Kangxi period, the 'Yong Yu Tang Zhi' hall mark typically points to a later production, likely late Qing or Republic period, made to emulate earlier wares. The quality of painting is commendable. 这是一件制作精良的康熙五彩风格瓷碗。虽然其装饰风格与康熙时期高度相似,但“永裕堂製”的堂号款通常指向较晚的生产时期,很可能是晚清或民国时期仿制早期器物。绘画质量值得称赞。
Individual Images:
- whole bowl front view
- whole bowl side view
- interior of bowl
- underside of bowl with hall mark
Provenance:
N/A
Condition:
Very Good (Minor surface wear consistent with age, no visible chips, cracks, or major repairs.)
Identification Score: 95%
The form, decoration style, and materials are clearly identifiable as Chinese porcelain, specifically in the famille verte palette. The hall mark on the base further aids in identification. 器型、装饰风格和材质清晰地表明其为中国瓷器,特别是五彩(famille verte)调色。底部的堂号款进一步帮助了识别。
Authenticity Score: 60%
While the bowl is a genuine antique, its authenticity as a Kangxi period piece is less certain due to the 'Yong Yu Tang Zhi' hall mark, which is more commonly associated with later Qing Dynasty or Republic period reproductions in the Kangxi style. It is authentic as a late Qing/Republic piece, but not likely authentic as a Kangxi period imperial or high-end private commission. The score reflects its authenticity as a period piece of some age, but not necessarily the Kangxi period it emulates. 尽管此碗是一件真正的古董,但其作为康熙时期器物的真实性因“永裕堂製”堂号款而不太确定,该款识更常与晚清或民国时期仿康熙风格的器物相关联。它作为晚清/民国时期的器物是真实的,但不太可能是康熙时期的官窑或高端民窑作品。该分数反映了其作为有一定年代的时期器物的真实性,但并非其所模仿的康熙时期。
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Keywords
Chinese porcelain, Kangxi style, Famille Verte, Wucai, Yong Yu Tang, Hall mark, Late Qing Dynasty, Republic Period, Qilin, Peony, Antique bowl, China 中国瓷器, 康熙风格, 五彩, 永裕堂, 堂号款, 晚清, 民国时期, 麒麟, 牡丹, 古董碗, 中国
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