Porcelain Small Lamp - Tobacco Leaf

Description

Phoenix is a symbol of eternity


Considered as a mythological bird, phoenix is a symbol of absolute freedom. It is a link between heaven and the Earth; it can walk, swim and fly. Also, phoenix is a bird that burns itself to death and emerge from the ashes, thus making itself eternal. According to many legends, phoenix is a bird that will never die because it didn’t eat the forbidden fruits in the Garden of Eden. Besides eternity, phoenix is also a symbol of royalty. As an inevitable part of every tobacco leaf pattern, phoenix proves the eternal value of beautiful porcelain.

 

Tobacco leaf pattern was developed circa 1780. It was produced for export only, mostly for the Portuguese and Brazilian market. Chinese export porcelain was exclusively made for export to Europe and later to North America. Tobacco leaf pattern was considered as specific since it is really colorful and special.

 “It has a lot dash and verve”, were the words of Mrs. Mottahedeh speaking about tobacco leaf in the 1980's.

 

Porcelain ~ 30" tall   wood base
$365.00
By Dannys Fine Porcelain
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