Bowl

MOA: University of British Columbia

3445/2

Large blue and white bowl with raised unglazed circular foot. The sides flare out to a wide circular rim. The sides are light blue-white with blue crosshatching and four panels, each within a four-point leaf-shape, showing various scenes. Below the rim is a band with blue meander designs and oblong sections with either objects or Chinese writing. The interior of the bowl is light blue-white. The base of the foot is orange-red.


  • Type of Item bowl
  • Culture Chinese
  • Material clay, glaze
  • Measurements height 12.7 cm, diameter 27.2 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner Karen Nighswander
  • Received from Karen Nighswander

  • Made in China

  • Creation Date between 1800 and 1900
  • Ownership Date before October 14, 2020
  • Acquisition Date on October 14, 2020

  • Item Classes ceramics
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3445/0002