Gifts

We have indicated several items as “Gifts” since that was their original intent when they were created. The Chinese often presented marriage gifts with symbols of fidelity, marital harmony and, most often, fertility and a wish for many male children. Other gift items are uniquely suited for specific purposes such as house warming items or objects that reflect specific interest or passions.

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  • Antique Two Sided Sweetmeat Confection-Mold, China (3562)

    Antique Two Sided Sweetmeat Confection-Mold, China (3562)

    $310.00
    Ht: 1.25″   W: 15″    D:14.87″   |  CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL VANISHINGARTS@GMAIL.COM FOR SHIPPING COST

    This intricately hand carved gold and silver platter with indentations on both sides was used to make confections called sweetmeats eaten at festivals, holidays, and other key celebrations. The round molds symbolize the moon and cohesion of the family. The 5-petal plum blossoms attached to vines symbolize  purity and endurance, as well as  the coming of spring, renewal, and longevity. The multiple seeds are a wish for fertility and sons, and thus this mold  may have been a holiday and/or marriage gift to a young couple.

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  • Sale! Antique Unique Stoneware Lotus and Frog Wall Pocket, Shiwan, China (19302J)

    Antique Unique Stoneware Lotus and Frog Wall Pocket, Shiwan, China (19302J)

    Original price was: $195.00.Current price is: $145.00.
    H: 8.25” W: 6.75” D: 3.5” | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Wall pockets are used to hold chopsticks and flowers to bring good fortune. This Shiwan pocket has frog and a lotus that together symbolize nurturing energy and transformation. Great cozy accessory for feng shui and a wonderful wedding gift.

  • Sale! Antique/Vintage Consecrated Earth God Tudi Gong and Wife, China (16342)

    Antique/Vintage Consecrated Earth God Tudi Gong and Wife, China (16342)

    Original price was: $750.00.Current price is: $650.00.
    H: Tudi Gong: 11.75″. Tudi Po 12.37″  |  CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL VANISHINGARTS213@GMAIL.COM FOR SHIPPING.

    This happy benevolent couple are Taoist Earth God Tudi Gong and his wife Tudi Po placed on a home altar to assure an abundant harvest. Referred to as “Grandpa” and “Grand Ma” they wear vibrant Mandarin official’s attire, him with a mandarin square with a bird, and her with a phoenix headdress.

     

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  • Antique/Vintage Sweetmeats Confection-Mold, China (19434)

    Antique/Vintage Sweetmeats Confection-Mold, China (19434)

    $325.00
    H: 16.5″ W: 10.5″ D: 2.25″ CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL VANISHINGARTS213@GMAIL.COM FOR SHIPPING QUOTE

    This finely detailed hardwood mold was used to make sweetmeats confections, perhaps mooncakes for the Chinese Autumn Moon Festival. It is covered with deeply carved propitious symbols for marital harmony, sons and successful endeavors:  a four clawed dragon for fertility, two ducks symbolizing marital bliss and harmony, one atop a carp for conjugal bliss and achieving noble rank and a boat with a sail for making all this easy sailing. This would be a great accessory or gift (especially for weddings) to spice up any kitchen.

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  • SOLD Antique Moon Cake Confection Mold, China (1150LEM)

    SOLD Antique Moon Cake Confection Mold, China (1150LEM)

    $850.00

    The Mid Autumn Moon Festival, also called the Mooncake Festival, is the 2nd most important holiday after the Chinese New Year, celebrated when the full moon is at its brightest point on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar. It is a time for multi-generational gatherings when families dine together in harmony,…

  • SOLD Porcelain Immortal, Chinese Republic, China (17042)

    SOLD Porcelain Immortal, Chinese Republic, China (17042)

    $295.00
    H: 12” W: 4.5” D: 3” | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    This elegant Chinese Republic Period porcelain is the Taoist immortal Han Xiangzi carrying his auspicious flute dressed in a beautiful blue robe with wide black borders, fine internal decorations and a decorative yellow floral undergarment. On the bottom is the kiln seal. As the patron saint of musicians and florists, it is a great gift for someone who enjoys these pursuits.

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