Chinese vessel (Big)
- Period
- Historical
- Date
- 2025-07-22
- Materials
- porcelain
- Dimensions
- H-28.8cm, D-75cm, THK-6mm
- Site
- Godawaya Shipwreck
- Inventory
- MAMG/2009/C/17
Full Description
This porcelain object, painted in blue on a white background, is a product of the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911 CE) in China. Such porcelain objects have been recovered from several ancient seaports in Sri Lanka, including Galle and Trincomalee. Similar types of vessels were circulated in South Asia during the 17th century through trade activities.
Historical Context
This porcelain object, painted in blue on a white background, is a product of the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911 CE) — a period marked by mass production and global export of Chinese ceramics, especially the iconic blue-and-white porcelain. This style became one of China’s most famous and widely traded ceramic traditions, admired for its beauty, durability, and craftsmanship.