Cantonese Ritual Wine Cup (Jue) – Porcelain with Brass Rims, Fish & Flowers, 19th Century
An exceptional and rare piece of Chinese-Cantonese porcelain: a ritual wine cup in the shape of a traditional jue – one of the oldest ceremonial forms in Chinese culture, originally used during rituals and offerings to ancestors and gods. This vintage example was crafted in the refined 19th-century Cantonese style, with elegant brass rims and hand-painted decorations of fish and flowers.
- Origin: China – Cantonese porcelain
- Type: Ritual Wine Cup (Jue)
- Style: 19th-century Cantonese style
- Material: Porcelain with brass rims
- Decoration: Fish (symbol of abundance) and flowers
- Special Feature: Signature on the bottom
- Dimensions: Height 13 cm, width 9 cm, depth 7 cm
- Weight: 207 grams
- Condition: Good vintage condition – see photos for details
An authentic and rare vintage collector's item for serious enthusiasts of Chinese Cantonese porcelain, ceremonial ceramics, and Asian art. A piece with history, symbolism, and character.
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