A Chinese blue and white porcelain umbrella stand, 19th century
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ZAR 10 000 - 15 000
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Starting at ZAR 9 500
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Cape Town
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A Chinese blue and white porcelain umbrella stand, 19th century
height: 59cm; diameter: 21,5cm
Notes
A tall cylindrical porcelain umbrella stand decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with a five-clawed dragon amongst peonies and foliate scrolls. The rim is bordered with a geometric diaper band with plum blossom roundels, and the base with a stylised wave border above an unglazed foot. The dragon symbolises imperial authority, prosperity and protection, while the peony represents wealth, honour and flourishing in Chinese decorative tradition.
Provenance
Private Collection.
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