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Estimated value

$15 - $45

Rarity

Ordinary(3/10)

Category

Ceramics & Pottery

Era

Circa 1960-1980

Origin

China

Visual assessment

Photo-based interpretation · not authenticated

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CHINESE PORCELAIN RICE BOWLS WITH RICE-GRAIN DECORATION: IDENTIFICATION

A set of three porcelain rice bowls featuring the 'rice-grain' (Linglong) technique, where small decorative piercings in the clay body are filled with transparent glaze before firing. The central interior well of one bowl displays a five-clawed dragon in underglaze blue, while the exterior shows iron-red floral scrolls and blue-and-white geometric borders with highlights of gold enamel overglaze.

Compare with other ceramic pieces in the archive: Chinese Blue and White Porcelain 'Dragon and Phoenix' Charger, Chinese Wucai-style Famille Verte Porcelain Charger, Chinese Export Porcelain 'Hong' Punch Bowl.

SCARCITY

Ordinary · 3/10 estimated rarity

This is a qualitative collection score, not a measured survival count, market percentile or proof of authenticity.

Visual assessment

Photographs alone cannot establish authenticity. The following analysis notes have not been independently verified; references to a match or confirmation are interpretations, not documentary evidence.

  • Consistent with mid-20th century mass-produced export porcelain
  • Standard workshop base marks commonly seen on 1970s wares
  • Wear on gold gilding aligns with expected age of 40-50 years
What photo analysis can and cannot establish

ANALYSIS NOTES

AI-assisted notes based on the photographs and supplied context. These are interpretations, not an examination by a human specialist or proof of authenticity.

The identification is based on highly recognizable production techniques (Linglong) and standardized export patterns from a well-documented period of Chinese ceramic history.

OBSERVATIONS & INTERPRETATIONS

  • 1Blue-and-white 'rice-grain' (Linglong) translucency points to Jingdezhen production.
  • 2The presence of overglaze gold and iron-red enamels alongside the blue underglaze indicates a mid-to-late 20th-century export style.
  • 3The character mark on the base is typical of 1970s era production lines.
  • 4A five-clawed dragon in the well is a standard decorative motif for this era of export ware.

UNCERTAINTIES

  • •Footrim chip reduces collector value
  • •Loss of gold gilding on the rim suggests heavy cleaning/use

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Hold the bowl up to a bright light source to check for the clarity of the 'rice grains'.
  • →Inspect for 'flea bites' (tiny chips) along the thin upper rims.
  • →Check for modern 'Made in China' backstamps which may be present on larger sets.
COLLECTOR GLOSSARY (3 terms)
Linglong
A technique involving piercing the porcelain body and filling the holes with glaze to create translucency.
Underglaze Blue
Cobalt pigment applied to the unfired clay and covered with glaze before firing.
Footrim
The circular unglazed ring at the base of the bowl where it rested in the kiln.

Condition & estimated grade

A visual condition estimate. This is not a professional grading certificate.

Condition

A small chip is visible on the footrim of one inverted bowl; the gold enamel on the rim shows significant thinning and wear consistent with domestic use.

CERAMICS MARKET VALUE

$15 - $45

Estimate recorded: May 11, 2026

Estimate context (not a documented sale): Similar single bowls typically sell for $5-$10 on platforms like eBay, while sets of 4-6 can reach $40-$60 depending on condition (2024).

Who buys this

Casual collectors of vintage tableware and individuals looking to complete 20th-century Chinese dining sets.

What increases value

  • •Clarity of the rice-grain perforations
  • •Presence of gold enamel highlights
  • •The 'set' factor (multiple matching pieces)

What lowers value

  • •Chips on the footrim or rim significantly lower value
  • •Fading of the iron-red or gold overglaze
  • •High volume of identical pieces in the secondary market

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Unworn gold gilding on the upper rim
  • •Hand-painted elements rather than simple transfer prints
  • •Early 20th century or late Qing marks

Grade & condition

Condition of the delicate rims and the preservation of the overglaze enamels.

Rarity & demand

OrdinaryModerate demandSells quickly
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