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In Chinese culture, the number five is associated with the emperor and cosmic harmony, while dragons symbolise power, prosperity and rain. Together, they form a powerful symbol of good luck.<\/p>\n<p>On the back is the auspicious mark <em>\u798f\u6eff\u5802 (Fu Man Tang)<\/em>, meaning 'Hall of abundant happiness'. Such lucky signs were popular in the 19th century and reinforce the symbolic value of this sign.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Origin &amp; meaning<\/strong><br \/>\nPurchased at De Zwaan auction house, from the estate of Clemens Merkelbach of Enkhuizen. The combination of the dragon motif and auspicious mark makes this a special collector's item that exudes strength and prosperity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dimensions<\/strong><br \/>\nDiameter: 15.7 cm<br \/>\nPeriod: 19th century, Qing dynasty<br \/>\nCondition: Excellent condition, with minimal signs of age appropriate to its age.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Zeldzaam Chinees blauw-wit drakenbordje met vijf vliegende draken en auspicious merk, symbool van keizerlijke macht en overvloedig geluk. Dit verfijnde porseleinen bordje (diameter 15,7 cm) toont vijf kronkelende draken die tussen wolken vliegen. 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