Categories: Ceramics, Oriental arts
Vintage Chinese Porcelain Teapot – Blue Bats & Longevity Symbols, c.1970s
£ 35.00
Categories: Ceramics, Oriental arts
Vintage Chinese Porcelain Teapot – Blue Bats & Longevity Symbols, c.1970s
£ 35.00
On offer is a charming vintage Chinese porcelain teapot, dating to the second half of the 20th century and decorated in an auspicious blue and white palette. Crafted with quality porcelain and adorned in a striking motif of stylized bats and longevity medallions, this piece beautifully captures traditional symbolism and timeless visual appeal.
Its rounded form and clean lines evoke both tradition and utility — a tactile reminder of a rich cultural aesthetic, ideal for collectors or tasteful decor lovers alike.
📌 Key Features:
✅ Authentic porcelain – mid to late 20th century vintage
✅ Beautiful blue and white design – bats (fu) for good fortune, longevity symbols (shou)
✅ Marked base with four-character Qianlong-style mark (decorative, not indicative of period)
✅ Condition: Missing original bamboo handle; no chips or cracks
✅ Aged surface and glaze patina consistent with gentle use
✅ Decorative and functional – suitable for display or traditional tea service
💡 Styling Tip:
Display this piece with other blue-and-white porcelain in a kitchen or tea nook, or let it stand out as a focal accent on a console with bamboo trays and lacquered boxes.
🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Collectors of Chinese export and decorative teapots
✔️ Lovers of East Asian ceramics
✔️ Symbolic or feng shui-themed home decorators
✔️ Unique vintage gifting – weddings, anniversaries, or housewarmings
🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
This teapot bears a decorative underglaze blue mark on the base reading “Jingdezhen Made” (景德镇製), referring to the historic Chinese porcelain capital. While the piece is not of imperial origin, it reflects the enduring popularity of traditional forms and symbology into the 20th century.
📐 Measurements:
6.5 inches long
📦 Shipping & International Buyers:
We ship worldwide, with tracked and insured options. Shipping is always calculated fairly and transparently at checkout.
This is more than a utilitarian item — it’s a piece of living heritage, crafted in a time-honored tradition and ready to bring grace and meaning to your home.
📌 Don’t miss the chance to add this cultural gem to your collection — once it’s gone, it’s gone.
stock code 080625
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