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EXQUISITE VINTAGE CHINESE PEKING GLASS BOWL CARVED BLUE LOTUS
A truly eye-catching piece for collectors of Chinese art, Peking glass, Asian antiques, and vintage decorative objects. This beautiful Chinese Peking glass bowl features a rich deep blue overlay that has been intricately carved to create a prominent three dimensional lotus flower design. The contrast between the blue outer layer and the lighter glass beneath gives the lotus a striking cameo-like appearance. Measuring approximately 7\" wide x 3\" high, this substantial decorative bowl makes an impressive display piece in a collection, curio cabinet, living room, or Asian-inspired interior.
WHAT MAKES THIS PIECE SPECIAL
• Vintage Chinese Peking/overlay glass
• Striking deep blue carved glass overlay
• Beautiful raised lotus flower motif
• Approximately 7\" wide x 3\" high
• Traditional Chinese decorative glass technique
• Highly decorative and visually dimensional
• Excellent addition to a Chinese art or Asian antiques collectionor fine art and historical artifacts.
THE ART OF PEKING OVERLAY GLASS
This bowl is crafted using a traditional Chinese technique commonly referred to as overlay glass (Tao Liao Ping). The process involves creating a glass base and applying a contrasting layer of colored glass over it. Once cooled, the outer layer can be carefully carved away by an artisan to reveal the contrasting glass beneath. On this bowl, the blue outer layer has been deeply carved to form the lotus flower, producing a beautiful raised relief effect and giving the piece its distinctive appearance. The lotus is a particularly recognizable motif in Chinese decorative arts, making this an especially appealing piece for collectors interested in Chinese culture, Asian decorative arts, and traditional glasswork.
DISPLAY & COLLECTION
This is much more than an ordinary decorative bowl. The combination of the rich blue color, deeply carved relief, traditional lotus motif, and distinctive Peking glass construction makes it a wonderful conversation piece.
