Kamcheng (covered tureen)

Inscribed: 苑生

These pieces of porcelain are inscribed 苑生 (Wan Seng), the name of Cheang Hong Lim’s company, and were almost certainly commissioned by him. The bowl is among the finest blue-and-white pieces used by Peranakans (and also has underglaze red elements). While most Peranakan porcelain is gilded only at the rims and handles, these pieces are extensively gilded throughout.