Item Report
Chinese Republic Period Porcelain Figure of Shou Lao
民国时期瓷寿老像
By: Unknown
Style: Chinese Republic Period Porcelain
Origin: China
Materials: Glazed porcelain
Age: Circa 1920-1940
Condition: Very good (some minor enamel wear, no visible major chips or cracks)
Value: $100-$300
Maker's Marks / Writing: No visible maker’s mark from the given image.
Date: 2025-06-04 01:35:00.630904
Description:
This is a glazed porcelain figure depicting Shou Lao (Shou Xing), the Daoist god of longevity, easily identifiable by his long beard, high domed forehead, and the scroll and ruyi scepter, which are traditional symbols of longevity and good fortune in Chinese culture. The piece is brightly enameled with characteristic Republic Period colors, with Shou Lao seated upon a large peach, another auspicious symbol. This was likely produced for decorative or altar use during the Republic of China era (1912-1949). 这是一件描绘寿老（寿星）的釉上彩瓷像。寿老为中国道教中的长寿之神，具有长须、高额头、手持卷轴和如意。整件器物色彩明快，典型民国时期配色，寿老坐于一个大桃上，桃子也是中国传统的吉祥长寿象征。该瓷像可能为民国时期（1912-1949年）所制，用于装饰或供桌陈设。
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A fine example of Republic Period decorative porcelain, featuring vibrant glazes and well-rendered features. Such figures are popular among collectors for their symbolic meaning and decorative appeal. The craftsmanship and coloration are consistent with mass-produced works of the period, rather than late Qing hand-crafted masterpieces. 这是一件民国时期装饰性瓷器的优秀代表，釉色鲜艳，造型生动。因其吉祥寓意和装饰效果，这类瓷像在收藏者中颇受欢迎。工艺与色彩更倾向于民国时期批量生产的风格，而非晚清手工精品。
Individual Images:
whole item
Provenance:
None provided
Condition:
Very good (some minor enamel wear, no visible major chips or cracks)
Identification Score: 95%
The iconography, colors, and style clearly indicate this is a Chinese Republic Period Shou Lao porcelain figure. The peach and attire are typical; only minor uncertainties exist due to absence of a clear base mark. 造型特征、上釉色彩均为民国寿老瓷像典型风格。桃子和服饰为常见元素，仅因底款未见等细节略有不确定性。
Authenticity Score: 85%
The materials, style, and glaze application are quite consistent with early-to-mid 20th century Chinese porcelain figures. No obvious signs of recent manufacture or reproduction are seen, but close inspection of the base and glaze would provide further confirmation. 材质、风格和釉色应用均与二十世纪初中期中国瓷塑相符。未见明显现代仿品迹象，但若能检查底部和釉面细节，可进一步验证。
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Keywords
Chinese porcelain, Republic Period, Shou Lao, longevity god, decorative figure, glazed ceramic, Chinese antiques 中国瓷器, 民国时期, 寿老, 长寿神, 装饰瓷像, 釉上彩, 中国古董
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