{"product_id":"blue-and-white-orb","title":"Blue and White Orb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA blue and white porcelain decorative orb with a scrolling floral pattern.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue and white porcelain has a rich history, originating in China during the Tang Dynasty and reaching its zenith during the Yuan and Ming dynasties. The cobalt blue pigment, imported from Persia, was applied to white porcelain clay and then fired, creating a distinctive and highly sought-after aesthetic. This style became immensely popular and was exported globally, influencing ceramic traditions in many cultures. Decorative orbs like this one, often referred to as \"carpet balls\" or \"bowl fillers,\" became popular in the late 19th and 20th centuries as decorative accents for homes. While many are modern reproductions, pieces in the traditional blue and white style can evoke earlier Chinese ceramic traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Angel Lane Manor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53664356925747,"sku":"ALM-CER-0698","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0987\/0137\/7843\/files\/Curio_-_Blue_and_White_Orb.png?v=1784328272","url":"https:\/\/angellanemanor.com\/products\/blue-and-white-orb","provider":"Angel Lane Manor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}