An antique authentic Chinese Tek Sing shipwreck blue and white small circular dish. Attractively and traditionally decorated. A certificate of authenticity included and corresponding stickers to foot.

Bowl diameter 10.8cm. Height approximately 4.5cm.

On the night of 6th February 1822, a strong monsoon wind was blowing from the Northwest, and the ship was making rapid progress along the Gaspar Straits. There were little more than 300 kilometres left to travel when tragedy struck.

There was a considerable swell on the sea, and the white tops of the wind-blown waves could not be distinguished from the waves breaking over the Belvidere Shoals. Suddenly, she ran aground on a small reef the force of the strike was as devastating as an explosion. The rising tide, and strong Northwest winds, soon pulled her over to one side. Badly holed, and completely unnavigable, the Tek Sing sank to the sandy bottom in around 100 feet of water.

In very good overall condition, ready to display or use. Please be guided by the photographs and feel free to ask any questions.

All items are packaged with good quality materials and the greatest care to ensure safe delivery.