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Famille Verte Headrest with Courtyard Scenes

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
This large porcelain block is an oversized version of the headrests once used by well-to-do women to keep their elaborate hairstyles intact while sleeping. Its exaggerated scale and flat sides make this headrest the ideal canvas for intricate famille verte enamel decoration. Each side is painted with a fanciful scene of courtly life, from leisurely strolls through the garden to calligraphy practice beneath a pine tree. The sides feature painted butterflies, symbols of happiness, and decorative cutouts in the shape of interlocking coins, symbols of wealth and prosperity.

More Information

Period:	1950-1979
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	CFC054
Incollect Reference #:	802105

Dimensions

W.	9.25 in;	H.	7 in;	D.	6.25 in;
W.	23.5 cm;	H.	17.78 cm;	D.	15.88 cm;

Message from Seller:

PAGODA RED is a Chicago-based gallery celebrating extraordinary objects, handmade artistry, and the rich stories they carry from around the world. For inquiries or appointments, please call 773.235.1188 or email us at info@pagodared.com.