Straight-sided bowl with figure, flower sprays and auspicious symbols c. 1680 - 1720

This 18th-century Chinese porcelain bowl, on display at the Rijksmuseum, features a decorative design of flowers and auspicious symbols executed in underglaze blue. The bowl's elegant form and delicate floral motifs, along with its intricate border of repeating geometric patterns, showcase the artistry of the Qing dynasty period. The bowl's blue and white palette exemplifies a classic aesthetic found in Chinese ceramics, reflecting the cultural significance of porcelain and the enduring influence of the Ming dynasty.