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Chinese export porcelain bowl which belonged to Captain James Cook (1728-1779) and his wife Elizabeth, c.1770 (porcelain)
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Chinese export porcelain bowl which belonged to Captain James Cook (1728-1779) and his wife Elizabeth, c.1770 (porcelain)
7295344 Chinese export porcelain bowl which belonged to Captain James Cook (1728-1779) and his wife Elizabeth, c.1770 (porcelain); 9x20 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Chinese export porcelain bowl which belonged to Captain James Cook (1728-1779) and his wife Elizabeth. The outside is painted with peonies and pomegranites in a garden. Inside the rim is a floral border and there is a citron flower in the bottom of the bowl. It is painted in famille rose colours, pink, two greens, orange, blue and gold.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This exquisite Chinese export porcelain bowl once belonged to the legendary Captain James Cook and his wife Elizabeth, dating back to around 1770. The delicate craftsmanship of this piece is truly remarkable, with intricate paintings of peonies and pomegranates adorning the exterior, set in a serene garden scene. Inside, a beautiful floral border surrounds a citron flower at the bottom of the bowl, all painted in vibrant famille rose colors including pink, two shades of green, orange, blue, and gold.
As a symbol of cultural exchange between East and West during the 18th century, this bowl represents not only the skilled artistry of Chinese ceramics but also the global travels and discoveries made by Captain Cook himself. It serves as a tangible connection to an era when exploration was at its peak and trade routes were expanding across continents.
Now housed at the National Maritime Museum in London, this piece stands as a testament to both historical significance and artistic beauty. It is a reminder of the rich history behind each object we encounter and how even something as seemingly simple as a porcelain bowl can tell us stories from centuries past.
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