{"product_id":"porcelain-dragon-chinese-seal-paste-box-with-cinnabar","title":"Porcelain Dragon Chinese Seal Paste Box with Cinnabar","description":"\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A striking vintage Chinese blue and white porcelain seal paste box featuring a traditional imperial dragon motif.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This 2 inch lidded paste pot is hand decorated in underglaze cobalt with a detailed coiled dragon chasing the pearl of wisdom. The base carries a four character blue mark and the original red seal paste remains inside.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e These small porcelain boxes were traditionally used for cinnabar ink paste in Chinese calligraphy and seal stamping. Today they are highly collectible decorative objects prized for their symbolism and craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The dragon represents strength, authority, and good fortune.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Details:\u003cbr\u003e • Diameter: approximately 2 inches\u003cbr\u003e • Hand painted underglaze blue decoration\u003cbr\u003e • Original red seal paste present\u003cbr\u003e • Marked on underside\u003cbr\u003e • Vintage Chinese export production\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Condition:\u003cbr\u003e Excellent vintage condition with no cracks or chips observed. Interior retains original paste.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A beautiful small cabinet piece that displays elegantly in a curio, study, or layered antique vignette.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Offered by E. Thompson Estates.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"E.Thompson Estate \u0026 Antiquities ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51842406023464,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/5144\/7336\/files\/il_fullxfull.7713480462_6i6w.jpg?v=1779217388","url":"https:\/\/e-thompson-estate-antiquities.myshopify.com\/products\/porcelain-dragon-chinese-seal-paste-box-with-cinnabar","provider":"E.Thompson Estate \u0026 Antiquities ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}