Condition: Near Mint
Height: 2.5″ (6.25cm)
Width: 4.5″ (11.25cm)
Length: 4.5″ (11.25cm)
Diameter: 4.5″ (11.25cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This is a lovely vintage Chinese Rice Ware bowl with a matching porcelain spoon, made around 1960, and it’s in near mint…
Condition: Near Mint
Height: 2.5″ (6.25cm)
Width: 4.5″ (11.25cm)
Length: 4.5″ (11.25cm)
Diameter: 4.5″ (11.25cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This is a lovely vintage Chinese Rice Ware bowl with a matching porcelain spoon, made around 1960, and it’s in near mint condition. At about 2.5 inches tall and 4.5 inches across, this set feels just right in your hands for enjoying rice, soup, or noodles. The delicate porcelain is decorated with classic patterns in blue, orange, and gold, with a fine gold rim that adds a touch of elegance. What really makes this piece unique is the “rice grain” technique — if you hold the bowl up to the light, you’ll notice translucent spots that almost look like grains of rice, a hallmark of Chinese rice ware porcelain.
Rice ware bowls like this weren’t just everyday kitchen items in China; they’ve become highly valued collectibles for people who appreciate a well-made piece with a bit of history. The late 1950s and 1960s marked a period when these bowls were crafted with special attention to detail, particularly for export or special family occasions. Today, finding one that’s still in near mint condition is getting increasingly rare, as many pieces from that era have either been lost to time or show heavy wear. The porcelain’s durability and the hand-painted details mean each bowl is slightly unique, even if it seems part of a set. For many families, pieces like this were brought out during Lunar New Year or special celebrations, making them a nostalgic part of Asian-American heritage too. With its understated beauty and craftsmanship, this bowl is a treasure for anyone who values traditional vintage kitchenware.
