Early Qianlong Period Painted Chinese Export Reticulated Pierced Blue and White Porcelain Double Walled Shallow Planters of Rectangular Outline. Circa last quarter of the Eighteenth Century. Each finely hand decorated on all outer panels and top wide rims with scrolling detail, each raised on four-footed supports. These pieces are typically unmarked. Typically, unmarked but of the period.
Period : Qing Dynasty Production Date : 18th century Size : 5.0cm (Height), 17.0cm(Diameter) Condition : Excellent
* Narcissus Bonsai Planter
A Narcissus Bonsai Planter is a specialized type of planter that is often associated with Chinese horticultural practices. It is specifically designed for growing Narcissus plants, which are highly regarded in Chinese culture for their beauty and their symbolic association with good fortune and prosperity.
These planters are typically shallow and wide to accommodate the bulbous growth habit of the Narcissus. The design of the planter may also include intricate decorations and may be made from various materials, including ceramics, porcelain, or even stone. The aesthetic of the planter often complements the elegant simplicity of the Narcissus flowers, which bloom in winter, a time when most other plants are dormant. This timing has made the Narcissus a popular plant for the Chinese New Year, symbolizing the coming of spring and new beginnings.
