Categories: Ceramics, Oriental arts
Kangxi Blue & White Dish – Anhua Decorated Chinese Export Porcelain c.1700
£ 125.00
Categories: Ceramics, Oriental arts
Kangxi Blue & White Dish – Anhua Decorated Chinese Export Porcelain c.1700
£ 125.00
Available for acquisition is a rare and authentic Kangxi-period blue and white porcelain dish, dating to the late 17th to early 18th century (circa 1700). This square-form dish is a remarkable example of early Chinese export porcelain produced during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor (1662–1722) of the Qing Dynasty—an era celebrated for its technical innovation and artistic refinement.
Expertly hand-painted in underglaze cobalt blue, the design includes:
A central geometric border enclosing the well
Exterior panels with stylized floral sprays
A beautifully dressed brown rim, typical of export wares made for durability in shipping
What truly sets this piece apart is the presence of Anhua decoration—a subtle, incised pattern only visible under transmitted light or when viewed closely at an angle. This “secret” decoration is composed of delicate floral medallions and scrollwork around the inner wall and center of the dish, adding a layer of elegance and rarity. These incised motifs were etched into the porcelain body before glazing and firing, a sophisticated technique reserved for finer wares.
The base is unglazed, with telltale firing marks consistent with 18th-century Jingdezhen kiln production. Measuring approximately 5 inches (12.7 cm) square and 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep, the dish is in good antique condition, with some natural firing imperfections and minor surface marks commensurate with age.
📌 Key Features:
✅ Genuine 18th Century Kangxi Period (1662–1722) Export Porcelain
✅ Rare Anhua (“secret”) incised floral decoration
✅ Hand-painted underglaze blue design with dressed brown rim
✅ Unmarked, unglazed base with firing grit
✅ Dimensions: Approx. 5″ x 5″ x 1″ (12.7 x 12.7 x 2.5 cm)
✅ Good condition – no restoration, displays beautifully
✅ An exceptional piece for collectors of fine Chinese porcelain
🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of Chinese export porcelain and Qing dynasty ceramics
✔️ Asian art investors or connoisseurs of early blue and white ware
✔️ Museums, galleries, or high-end décor collections
✔️ Scholars of Kangxi period Anhua techniques
✔️ Elegant and historically significant gift idea
The combination of Anhua hidden decoration, refined blue painting, and the durable brown-dressed rim speaks to this piece’s dual function as both a luxury object and practical tradeware for European and Asian markets. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a piece of early Qing craftsmanship that blends technical mastery with artistic subtlety.
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📌 Don’t miss this rare Kangxi-period Anhua dish – Own a refined treasure of Chinese ceramic history today!
stock code 220425
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