{"product_id":"antique-19th-century-chinese-canton-export-blue-white-porcelain-shallow-bowl","title":"Antique 19th Century Chinese Canton Export Blue \u0026 White Porcelain Shallow Bowl","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique 19th Century Chinese Canton Export Blue \u0026amp; White Porcelain Shallow Bowl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwn a tangible piece of Qing Dynasty maritime history with this authentic 19th-century Chinese Canton Export shallow bowl (or deep plate). Hand-painted in traditional underglaze cobalt blue, this piece features the iconic Canton riverscape pattern—a serene narrative of pagodas, arched bridges, and distant mountain peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rim is decorated with the classic lattice-and-cloud border, a hallmark of porcelain produced in the Guangzhou region for the Western market. Unlike mass-produced modern versions, this antique piece displays a \"soft\" cobalt blue and a thick, vitreous glaze that feels substantial in the hand. It is an ideal \"found\" object for a Blue and White gallery wall, a sophisticated mantel vignette, or as a soulful accent in a Coastal Modern interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e8.75”W x 8.75”D x 1.5”H\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eFair Antique Condition – This piece wears its 150+ years of history openly. It features a visible vertical crack (see photos) and several original production \"character marks,\" including an uneven scalloped edge and firing grit\/pits in the glaze. These imperfections are common in authentic Canton ware and serve as a testament to its age and hand-crafted origin. It is offered in \"as-found\" condition, perfect for the collector who appreciates Wabi-sabi beauty and genuine patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinguished addition to any collection of Asian Antiques, this Canton bowl bridges the gap between ancient Eastern artistry and the storied history of global trade. It is a piece that tells a story of the sea, the kiln, and the passage of time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cherished Memories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45920220578026,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2228\/0938\/files\/IMG_9421.webp?v=1774106798","url":"https:\/\/cherished-memories-2612.myshopify.com\/products\/antique-19th-century-chinese-canton-export-blue-white-porcelain-shallow-bowl","provider":"Cherished Memories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}