In Chinese culture, the plum blossom is a symbol of courage, resilience and perseverance. In Chinese painting, the plant is one of the Four Gentlemen (or Four Noble Ones) and represents the winter season.
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深深地從雪裡邊
蘇醒,
靜靜地綻開,
一朵朵的信仰。
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Close-up view of the embedded bowl

Another close-up view of the embedded bowl

Top view of the bowl

Another top view of the bowl

Back view

Information on this piece.
Designer: Liuligongfang
Title: Beautiful Shadows And Exotic Fragrances / 麗影奇香
Edition: 208/350
Year: 2002
Dimension: 18.0 x 16.0 x 11.5 (cm)
Signed ‘NEWWORKSHOP 琉璃工房’ (bottom)