Chinese Famille Verte Bowl with Peach and Bat Motifs

Peaches and bats, which is better luck than it sounds.

Chinese potters made this famille verte bowl in porcelain in the 19th century, decorated with peach and bat motifs. Both motifs are commonly associated with longevity and good fortune in Chinese art. Orange-red peaches and green and dark foliage ring the inside in enamel colors, around a central floral medallion, and the lobed edge is scalloped. The glaze is clear and white, with a slight greenish tint. The foot is low and neat.

About 7 inches across. A shallow dish that needs very little else on the table.