Translucent blond agate cup, China, 18th–19th century Crafted from blond agate with brown inclusions and resting on a small circular foot, this bowl—with very thin, translucent walls—flares outward toward the top, resembling a flower corolla whose lobed petals, tapering to a point, open outward. It is adorned with two handles carved in the shape of a branch, each ending at the rim with a small flower featuring six pointed petals. 5.5 x 10.5 cm Polishing marks on the inner surface of the base and minor chipping.