Young Woman Arranging Flowers
Sculpture / Figurative Ceramic • Chinese Export / Studio Workshop
Style & Movement
Traditional Chinese Decorative Arts Style
Medium & Technique
Glazed porcelain and earthenware with hand-painted polychrome enamel detailing
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1950s-1970s)
Dimensions & Format
Height approximately 10 to 12 inches, free-standing table sculpture
Subject Description
A kneeling young woman in traditional Qing Dynasty-style attire, delicately arranging flowers in a small vase placed on a low table atop a circular rug base. The composition emphasizes traditional domestic harmony and floral arrangement arts.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good, exhibiting vibrant colors and intact glazed surfaces with minor surface dust in crevices
Estimated Market Value
$150 - $300
Auction Estimate
$100 - $200
Provenance History
Likely acquired as a mid-century decorative export piece from China, passing through private collections
Art Historical Significance
Representative of mid-century Chinese export ceramics designed for the Western decorative arts market, reflecting traditional themes executed with accessible factory or workshop techniques
Notable Features
Intricate detailing on the floral patterned robes, the realistic posture of the figure, and the integrated rectangular base styled as a wooden table
Condition Issues
Minor age-related wear, light surface dirt accumulation, and possible slight fading of enamel pigments on high-touch areas
Conservation Recommendations
Dust gently with a soft, dry brush; keep away from direct sunlight and high humidity environments