Shanshui’ in underglazed Blue & Iron Red & Gilt Porcelain Charger. Marked underglazed double circle’Lingzhi’ on the base, Kangxi Period 18th Century. (The Stand is not included). Finely potted, of elegantly curving charger form, the steep, gently flaring sides sweeping to an everted rim, all supported on a slightly splayed base, the interior superbly enameled with a scene featuring the famous. Shanshui & prunus & peony. To the center, and a cartouches Ruyi-heads landscape scene on the rim. The Chinese term for landscape is. Mountains are representative of the cosmic force of yang, with water representative of yin. The landscape was the domain of painters, particularly since the tenth century when the landscape became the pre-eminent mode of artistic expression among the Chinese scholarly literati elite. The calligraphic strokes used in landscape painting gave the artist the means of self-expression as well as self-cultivation. Landscape painting for this reason was never intended to give the impression of a realistic landscape, as in Western painting, but rather mountains and water, yang and yang, the quintessential emblem of the cosmos. Depicted is a universal harmony made explicit by nature. AIR – OLD repaired & stapled (35CM) across the border and the base, with some enamel loss, gilt and wear. Please review the photos carefully for more details. Height 4.7 CM. Diameter 35.0 CM. You will be happy with the careful packaging without extra charges. We encourage you to make an offer if you’re interested. Each piece is a testament to traditional craftsmanship and will make a stunning addition to any collection or home decor. Our priority is to ensure your satisfaction. Feel free to reach out with any questions or for additional information. Thank you for considering our items. Please only make an offer on the items if you are serious about purchasing them. I will respond to you as soon as I can. We use high-quality packaging materials to ensure your item arrives safely. Please see my other items.