Bidspirit auction | Large Mid-Century Chinese Brass Export

Large Mid-Century Chinese Brass Export Bowl with Applied Auspicious Characters - A large decorative bowl of heavy brass construction, produced in Hong Kong during the mid-20th century for the export market. The exterior of the bowl features four large, applied brass elements. Two are Chinese characters: Fu, symbolizing good fortune, and Shou, symbolizing longevity. These alternate with two stylized coiled zoomorphic motifs, likely representing serpents or dragons. The vessel is designed with a simple rolled rim and a short, straight foot ring. The underside of the base retains an original oval white paper label printed in black with Made in Hong Kong. Dimensions: 12 inches in diameter, 5 inches in height.