Blue brush washer decorated with flowers - (5940)
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Blue glazed porcelain brush washer in flower shape decorated with plum and lotus flowers on it sides. A plum flower has five petals which represent the Five Blessings, 'Old age, Health, Wealth, Love of Virtue and a Peaceful death'. A lotus flower symbolizes a Harmonious Marriage. The washer dates from the early 20th century. Length 7.2 cm. Width 6.4 cm. Height 2.9 cm.
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