A Nonya ware bowl from the Tonzhi reign with a beautiful painted Crane and floral design.The Crane signifies longevity. Nonya wares are over-glaze polychrome enamelled porcelains made in Jingdezhen in the Kiangsi province of China for the Straits Chinese, or Babas, whose female counterparts are called Nonyas, hence the term Nonya ware. Nonya wares were mainly reserved for festive occasions and special functions. Size: W. 11cm. H. 4.7cm. Condition: No repairs or chips. Some wear from use.
Please refer to our stock # NONY-014 when inquiring.
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