Round shape with lotus edge & everted rim carrying reliefs of the 12 symbolical animals representing the 12 Chinese Zodiac signs, which correspond to the 12 terrestrial branches & 12 zodiacal signs which exercise influence over periods of time.
The three letters are Fu (good fortune), Qing (occasion for celebration) and Shan (Virtue).
This is a copy of a Chinese Antique made in Japan around the middle of the last century. Lovely patina and in good condition.
The three letters are Fu (good fortune), Qing (occasion for celebration) and Shan (Virtue).
This is a copy of a Chinese Antique made in Japan around the middle of the last century. Lovely patina and in good condition.