Chinese Qingbai “Boys” bowl, Song dynasty.

Chinese Qingbai “Boys” bowl, Song dynasty. Porcelain bowl with a pale celadon glaze and moulded decoration depicting boys and floral motifs. Origin: China. Material: Porcelain. Dimensions: H. 7 cm, D. 19 cm. Period: Song dynasty, 960–1279. Condition: With a thin crack and a small chip. Bio: Qingbai porcelain was produced in China during the Song dynasty and is distinguished by its translucent glaze with a characteristic pale bluish-green tone. Production was particularly associated with Jingdezhen and related kilns in southern China. Mould-decorated bowls became widespread during this period, and designs depicting boys among flowers and plants were traditionally associated with wishes for numerous descendants, prosperity and good fortune.