Gilded Rim Bowl Appraisal

White Ceramic Bowl with Green Floral Design and Gilded Rim

This item is a white ceramic or porcelain serving bowl, likely a pasta or soup bowl, featuring an ornate floral and foliate design in shades of green. The main body of the bowl is a clean white, providing a striking contrast to the decoration. The rim of the bowl features a prominent band of what appears to be a muted olive or sage green, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches wide. Within this green band, there's a subtle golden or light brown linear design, possibly a geometric or repeating scroll pattern, adding a touch of elegance. The interior of the bowl is adorned with large, stylized floral motifs, predominantly in various shades of green, from a lighter lime green to a deeper emerald. These flowers appear to be peonies or similar full-bodied blossoms, accompanied by ample leaves and smaller foliage. The brushstrokes or application of the design suggest either hand-painted detailing or a high-quality decal with a hand-painted finish simulation. There are no readily apparent chips, cracks, or significant wear visible from the top-down view, indicating good overall condition, though a small orange price sticker is affixed to the inside base of the bowl. The quality of the ceramic appears to be good, with a smooth, glossy finish. While no specific maker's marks or signatures are visible in the provided image, the style suggests an East Asian influence, possibly Chinese or Japanese, and could date from the mid-20th century to contemporary production, given the timeless nature of such floral designs.