QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)

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A SUPERB WHITE JADE 'TWIN FISH' MARRIAGE BOWL
QIANLONG PERIOD (1736-1795)
The marriage bowl is finely modelled with deep rounded sides, supported on four short feet. The exterior is intricately carved with double-xi characters and branches bearing peaches. The pair of handles suspending loose rings are elaborately decorated with catfish, lingzhi sprays, and wan symbols. The stone is of an even pale tone.
10 3/8 in. (26.5 cm.) wide

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Lot Essay

'Marriage' bowls decorated with auspicious symbols, as found on the current lot, were very popular at the Imperial Qing court, reflecting the wealth and status of their owners. The decoration on the current bowl is imbued with auspicious emblems, including the image of two catfish. The characters for 'catfish', nianyu in Chinese, represent the wish for abundance and prosperity year after year.

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