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Rare 1822 Chinese Tek Sing Shipwreck Dish – Lotus & Fungus Pattern

£ 95.00

Categories:

Rare 1822 Chinese Tek Sing Shipwreck Dish – Lotus & Fungus Pattern

£ 95.00

On offer is a rare and historically significant 19th-century Chinese porcelain dish, salvaged from the infamous Tek Sing Shipwreck of 1822. This exquisite dish is an authentic artifact from the legendary “Titanic of the East”, making it a prized collectible for maritime historians, shipwreck enthusiasts, and serious porcelain collectors.

Crafted in the early 19th century, the dish is beautifully hand-painted in an elegant lotus and fungus pattern, a classic motif in Chinese ceramics symbolizing purity, longevity, and harmony. The brushwork demonstrates skilled craftsmanship, with delicate swirling lines and floral details. The dish is also signed on the back, adding to its authenticity and appeal.

Measuring approximately 7.5 inches (19 cm) in diameter, the dish remains in good condition, especially remarkable considering its time spent submerged underwater. There are no chips, cracks, or repairs, preserving its structural integrity and aesthetic value.

This dish comes complete with its original certificate of authenticity and auction label from the sale of the Tek Sing cargo, ensuring full provenance and adding significant collector value.

🔑 Key Features:

✅ Authentic 1822 Chinese porcelain dish from the Tek Sing shipwreck
✅ Hand-painted lotus & fungus pattern – Traditional symbolic motifs
✅ Signed on the back – Genuine period mark
✅ Approx. 7.5 inches (19 cm) diameter
✅ Good condition – No chips, cracks, or repairs
✅ Includes original certificate of authenticity & auction label
✅ Rare maritime & ceramic collectible with full provenance


About the Tek Sing Shipwreck:
The Tek Sing (meaning “True Star”) was a large Chinese junk ship that tragically sank in 1822 in the South China Sea, carrying a massive cargo of porcelain, silks, and tea. Often dubbed the “Titanic of the East”, the ship’s rediscovery in 1999 revealed one of the largest shipwreck recoveries in history. Porcelain pieces like this dish, salvaged from the wreck, offer a tangible connection to early 19th-century trade and craftsmanship.


Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of Chinese porcelain & maritime artifacts
✔️ Shipwreck enthusiasts & maritime historians
✔️ Asian antiques collectors
✔️ Investors in authenticated historical artifacts
✔️ Museum-quality decorative arts enthusiasts


This rare Tek Sing shipwreck porcelain dish is more than a decorative item—it’s a tangible piece of maritime history, steeped in craftsmanship and cultural significance. A true conversation piece and an extraordinary collector’s find.

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📌 Don’t miss this chance to own a rare piece of Tek Sing shipwreck history—secure this authenticated 1822 Chinese porcelain dish today!

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