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Vintage Chinese Antique Porcelain Figurines "Fu Lu Shou" Fortune, Prosperity and Longevity

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  Fu Lu Shou: Who are the Chinese Three Wise Men The star deities representing three prized values in Chinese culture – happiness, wealth and longevity.   The three-member tag team is put on display to attract good fortune in various areas of life. We know ancient and current times, China have been producing these figurines.   We are here to notice. Compare and appreciate the beauty of these vintage figurines determine its high value. I do not own these vintage figurines neither do I want to claim the year or age it was made. We just want to understand and improve our skills of comparison to know what a quality imperial high value piece is.   This will help to upscale our tastes in investing in high value items. Below is a picture where all the 3 figurines Fu Lu Shao are lined up in a row. Lu Xing – the star divinity of wealth and rank Study: #1 – how dainty the figuring is posing – facial expression – layers of folded robe throughout the figurine and decor...

Chinese Antique Rare Unique Coloured Porcelain Jar

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Chinese Vintage Rare Unique Coloured Porcelain Jar I just came across this Chinese Porcelain Coloured Jar. I find it very unique different from other Chinese oriental pieces. I do not know what the Origin of this piece. I am not here to claim the period it was made such as Ming or Qing Dynasty as there is no validation nor certification for this Vintage Jar. This Vintage Jar carried unusual motifs different from the normal oriental pieces. I believe this was made by ancient China for Thai market due to the mixture of motive and its decorative patterns.   Measurement Height: 14 inches Width: 18 inches   Condition Exceptional Good – Perfectly preserved Here is to share the beauty – exquisite – elegant – imperial quality of its artistic piece nowhere else to be found. Shape of Jar Shape of this vintage Jar is called the Chinese Temple Jar – also known as “Guan” Jar Design of the Jar There are 4 panels depicting various scenes As can be seen from the pictures, #1 – Monks pluckin...