Vintage Design
This sculpture represents a vine with leaves and bunches of generous and abundant grapes.
Grapes were consumed only by the royal family in China, which is why they are now a symbol of wealth and luxury.
Grapes grow in bunches and represent family unity and harmony.
Period : End of 19th century – Qing Dynasty.
Dimensions : Height : 18,5cm x Length : 27,5cm x Depth : 9cm
Dimensions of the base : Length : 30cm
Signature under the base
The “Lardstone” is a steatite (alumina silicate, iron hydrate and magnesia), pale white-green color with gray and orange mottling.
It is a kind of very soft jade, allowing a really easy cutting, traditionally used in the Far East for the making of small objects, statuettes, dog of Fô, pagodas, magots, sculpted and polished seals.
Composed essentially of magnesium silicate, it is also the main source of talc. This powder is easily spread by simple rubbing.
The name “lardstone” used by some authors does not really seem to correspond to steatite, which they describe as a rock “of greasy aspect”.
But it is possible that the particular touch (a little soapy) of this mineral has produced this name and this description.
It was widely imported into Europe in the 18th century.
| Design Period | Before 1890 |
|---|---|
| Production Period | 1890 to 1919, Before 1890 |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| Style | Asian Antique |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use
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| Product Code | UQL-1187680 |
| Materials | Stone |
| Color | Puce, cream |
| Width |
28 cm 10.8 inch |
| Depth |
9 cm 3.5 inch |
| Height |
19 cm 7.3 inch |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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