Vintage Japanese Blue and White Porcelain Bowl, Ming Style Lotus Scroll, Jiajing Mark, Original Sibley’s Rochester Tag, 1980s
A beautiful large blue-and-white porcelain bowl, made in Japan in the style of classic Chinese Ming dynasty porcelain.
Historical Markings & Translation:
The bottom of the bowl features a traditional hand-painted cobalt blue six-character reign mark that reads 大明嘉靖年製 (Da Ming Jia Jing Nian Zhi), translating to "Made during the Jiajing Reign of the Great Ming Dynasty." As a late 20th-century piece crafted for export, this mark serves as a beautiful tribute and honorific homage to ancient Chinese imperial porcelain designs. The base proudly retains its handwritten "Made in Japan" label.
The Sound of Quality:
This piece passes the classic "ring test" flawlessly. When gently pinged, the bowl produces a crisp, beautiful, clear high-pitched tone. This rich, long-lasting acoustic resonance confirms the high structural density, exceptional vitrification, and immaculate condition of the porcelain, proving it is completely free of hidden internal hairline cracks.
Exclusive Department Store Provenance:
Adding immense charm to this piece is its original, untouched vintage price tag from Sibley’s Department Store (originally Sibley, Lindsay & Curr Co.). Founded in Rochester, New York in 1868, Sibley's grew to become a legendary retail empire, housing the largest department store between New York City and Chicago by the late 1930s. Known for its glamorous flagship building, its famous 6th-floor Tower Restaurant, and its historic holiday traditions, Sibley's was the pinnacle of prestigious American department store shopping before closing its doors in 1990.
This piece still retains its original Sibley's tag marking a luxury retail price of $100.00, alongside its cautionary "For Decoration Only" stamp on the underside.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. High-resonance tone with zero structural cracks. The glaze retains a gorgeous glossy finish. Features original historical labels on the bottom base.
Details:
Made in Japan, circa 1980s
Blue-and-white porcelain, Ming-style lotus scroll design
Apocryphal Jiajing six-character mark on the base
Original Sibley’s tag and “Made in Japan” label
Diameter: See Photos. 12 "
Condition: Vintage condition [no chips or cracks / list any flaws]. Please see all photos, as they are part of the description.
Please note: This bowl is labeled for decorative use only and is not intended for food. It’s perfect as a centerpiece, on a shelf, or as a catch-all in an entryway.
Carefully packed with plenty of padding for safe shipping.
A beautiful large blue-and-white porcelain bowl, made in Japan in the style of classic Chinese Ming dynasty porcelain.
Historical Markings & Translation:
The bottom of the bowl features a traditional hand-painted cobalt blue six-character reign mark that reads 大明嘉靖年製 (Da Ming Jia Jing Nian Zhi), translating to "Made during the Jiajing Reign of the Great Ming Dynasty." As a late 20th-century piece crafted for export, this mark serves as a beautiful tribute and honorific homage to ancient Chinese imperial porcelain designs. The base proudly retains its handwritten "Made in Japan" label.
The Sound of Quality:
This piece passes the classic "ring test" flawlessly. When gently pinged, the bowl produces a crisp, beautiful, clear high-pitched tone. This rich, long-lasting acoustic resonance confirms the high structural density, exceptional vitrification, and immaculate condition of the porcelain, proving it is completely free of hidden internal hairline cracks.
Exclusive Department Store Provenance:
Adding immense charm to this piece is its original, untouched vintage price tag from Sibley’s Department Store (originally Sibley, Lindsay & Curr Co.). Founded in Rochester, New York in 1868, Sibley's grew to become a legendary retail empire, housing the largest department store between New York City and Chicago by the late 1930s. Known for its glamorous flagship building, its famous 6th-floor Tower Restaurant, and its historic holiday traditions, Sibley's was the pinnacle of prestigious American department store shopping before closing its doors in 1990.
This piece still retains its original Sibley's tag marking a luxury retail price of $100.00, alongside its cautionary "For Decoration Only" stamp on the underside.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. High-resonance tone with zero structural cracks. The glaze retains a gorgeous glossy finish. Features original historical labels on the bottom base.
Details:
Made in Japan, circa 1980s
Blue-and-white porcelain, Ming-style lotus scroll design
Apocryphal Jiajing six-character mark on the base
Original Sibley’s tag and “Made in Japan” label
Diameter: See Photos. 12 "
Condition: Vintage condition [no chips or cracks / list any flaws]. Please see all photos, as they are part of the description.
Please note: This bowl is labeled for decorative use only and is not intended for food. It’s perfect as a centerpiece, on a shelf, or as a catch-all in an entryway.
Carefully packed with plenty of padding for safe shipping.