Vintage Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Fish Bowl

Updated August 29, 2026

Vintage Chinese hand-painted porcelain fish bowl richly decorated in the famille rose palette with colorful figural scenes, flowering plants, fruit and peach motifs, birds, butterflies, and traditional geometric borders. The rounded body is densely ornamented in pink, green, blue, yellow, iron red, black, and gilt accents, creating a highly decorative presentation from every angle.<br><br>The exterior features alternating figural and botanical panels surrounded by abundant floral and fruit decoration. Large pink peaches, traditionally associated with longevity in Chinese decorative arts, are prominent throughout the design. Gilt bands and painted borders further emphasize the elaborate decoration. The vessel has a wide circular mouth, rounded body, and recessed foot, with a red stamped mark on the underside.<br><br>A colorful and substantial example of vintage Chinese decorative porcelain suitable for collections of Asian ceramics, famille rose porcelain, hand-painted vessels, or traditional Chinese decorative arts.<br><br>Dimensions: Approx. 5.5" x 5"<br><br>Weight: Approx. 399 grams (0.88 lbs.)<br><br>Reference #: AB448<br><br>Vintage condition with age-related wear, including rubbing and losses to portions of the gilt decoration, light surface marks, and discoloration around the foot rim. Please review all photographs carefully for condition and details.

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