Description:

This dish is in the shape of a lotus leaf. In the centre swims a catfish amongst waterweed. A fish and lotus together make a visual play on words meaning ‘Year after year may you live in prosperity’ (nian nian you yu).

Glass, carved
Height: 3.2 cm, diameter: 29.8 cm
One of a pair with N4752

Creator: Unknown

Date: 1770-1900, Qing dynasty

Copyright: Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives

Object ID:N4751