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# Fencai Enameled Porcelain 'Prunus and Lingzhi' Bowl

![Chinese porcelain bowl with prunus blossom interior and Loo provenance label on base. - view 1](https://smpgbcsonkmwzognzosu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/curiosity-images/7d940e36-5a92-4e5f-a003-c4b9e1630030/1-1778001182758.jpg)

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![Fencai Enameled Porcelain 'Prunus and Lingzhi' Bowl - view 1](https://smpgbcsonkmwzognzosu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/curiosity-images/7d940e36-5a92-4e5f-a003-c4b9e1630030/1-1778001182758.jpg?width=200&quality=75)

![Fencai Enameled Porcelain 'Prunus and Lingzhi' Bowl - view 2](https://smpgbcsonkmwzognzosu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/curiosity-images/7d940e36-5a92-4e5f-a003-c4b9e1630030/2-1778001182761.jpg?width=200&quality=75)

Estimated value

$1,500 - $4,500 

Rarity

Scarce(6/10) 

Category

[Asian Art](/archive/asian)

Era

Early 20th century (Late Qing to Republic Period) 

Origin

🇨🇳 China 

Authenticity

Uncertain (35%) 

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## FENCAI ENAMELED PORCELAIN 'PRUNUS AND LINGZHI' BOWL: IDENTIFICATION

A fine-textured porcelain bowl decorated in overglaze fencai enamels. The interior features a gnarled prunus (plum blossom) branch extending from the base, while the exterior depicts lingzhi fungus, bamboo, and floral sprays. A four-character blue overglaze mark in a double square on the base reads 'Kangxi Yuzhi' (Imperial Made in the Kangxi Reign). A paper label affixed to the base reads '1921 from C.T. Loo'.

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## DYNASTY & PROVENANCE

The Kangxi period (1662–1722) marked a pinnacle in Qing dynasty ceramic production, specifically the development of 'famille rose' or fencai enamels. C.T. Loo (1880–1957) was a prominent and controversial Chinese art dealer active in Paris and New York during the early 20th century; items with his ... 

The Kangxi period (1662–1722) marked a pinnacle in Qing dynasty ceramic production, specifically the development of 'famille rose' or fencai enamels. C.T. Loo (1880–1957) was a prominent and controversial Chinese art dealer active in Paris and New York during the early 20th century; items with his provenance were frequently sold through his gallery, Lai-Yuan & Co., as documented in historical auction records from the 1910s and 1920s. 

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## COLLECTOR NOTES

1 

C.T. Loo's pagoda-style gallery in Paris still exists today and served as a major conduit for Chinese imperial treasures entering Western collections between 1910 and 1950.

2 

The lingzhi fungus depicted on the exterior of this bowl has been a symbol of longevity and immortality in Chinese art for over 2,000 years, often associated with the mythical Kunlun Mountain.

## SCARCITY

Scarce 80-90% 

Common Legendary 

Genuinely harder to find. Perhaps only dozens come to market annually. Collectors actively watch for these pieces.

Rarity 6/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 5 asian items at rarity 6 or higher.

### Typical Characteristics

-   Dozens per year at market
-   Documented provenance valued
-   Active collector pursuit

### AUTHENTICITY CONFIDENCE

Uncertain (35% confidence) 

#### Confidence Factors

-   The 'Kangxi Yuzhi' mark is in overglaze blue enamel, which was frequently used on late 19th and early 20th-century 'honoring the past' reproductions.
-   Provenace labels like 'C.T. Loo' are highly desirable and are occasionally faked to inflate the value of Republic-era pieces.
-   The enamel palette appears 19th-century or later in its tonal range compared to authentic Kangxi period prototypes.

Expert review recommended.  Consider consulting a specialist before making purchasing decisions.

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## ASIAN ART SCHOLAR'S TAKE

Ceramics Historian & Kiln Specialist

Ceramics Expert

Confidence is steady due to the clear mark and known label provenance, but elevated risk remains because late 19th-century reproductions of this exact style are common.

### KEY EVIDENCE

-   1 Double-square 'Kangxi Yuzhi' mark suggests a high-quality apocryphal mark or a later imperial-style production. 
-   2 Presence of a C.T. Loo provenance label (dated 1921) aligns with historical trade flows of the Republic period. 
-   3 Thinness of the walls and clarity of the white paste indicate high-quality Jingdezhen clay body. 
-   4 The fencai (rose-colored) enamel shades were commercially perfected after the authentic Kangxi period, pointing to a later 19th or early 20th-century date. 

### UNCERTAINTIES

-   • The overglaze blue of the mark lacks the depth and 'sinking' into the glaze found in genuine 18th-century imperial wares. 
-   • Provenance labels themselves must be scrutinized for paper age and adhesive type (should be gum arabic or starch-based). 

### WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

-   → Transilluminate the bowl with a strong light to check for the 'secret' translucency of the paste. 
-   → Examine the paper label under UV light to check for modern fluorescence in the adhesive. 
-   → Compare the specific calligraphy of the 'Kangxi Yuzhi' mark against verified examples in the Palace Museum collection. 

COLLECTOR GLOSSARY (3 terms) 

## CONDITION & GRADE

### Condition

Glaze remains bright with no visible chips or hairline fractures; the footrim shows minor shelf wear consistent with 100 years of age.

## ASIAN ART VALUATION

$1,500 - $4,500

Updated: May 10, 2026

How we estimate value 

### Who buys this

Specialized collectors of Qing dynasty and Republic period porcelains, particularly those seeking established 20th-century provenance.

### What increases value

-   • The C.T. Loo provenance adds significant historical interest and marketability. 
-   • The fine quality of the painting and 'eggshell' thinness of the porcelain. 

### What lowers value

-   • If the label is found to be a later addition, value drops to $400-$800. 
-   • Any hidden hairlines detectible only by a 'ring' test would reduce value by 50%. 

### What makes top-tier examples

-   • Perfect symmetry in the gnarled branch painting. 
-   • Total translucency of the porcelain when held to light. 

### Grade & condition

Presence of chips, quality of the enamel firing (absence of pinholes), and legitimacy of the provenance marks.

### Rarity & demand

Scarce Moderate demand Moderate liquidity 

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