Chinese Blue and White porcelain ink box – “Double Happiness” and floral scrolls – - Porcelain - China - Qing dynasty (Manchu China) (1692-1911)

Refined circular Chinese porcelain box decorated in underglaze blue (qinghua), originally intended to hold seal ink paste. Dating to the late Qing Dynasty (19th century, circa 1850–1900).
The domed lid features the auspicious Double Happiness symbol (Shuāngxǐ 囍) at its center, traditionally associated with marriage and prosperity, surrounded by elaborate floral scrolls of peonies/lotus (chanzhi wen). The decoration continues in the same consistent style around the lower band of the body.
The unglazed foot rim (bisque) shows the typical orange/rust-colored shift (“iron burn”) characteristic of wood firing in a reducing atmosphere. A four-character Chenghua-period mark in underglaze blue (Cheng-hua Nian Zhi 成化年製) appears beneath the base, added during the Qing period as an apocryphal tribute to the artistry of the Ming era.
Dimensions: Height approx. 5.5 cm | Diameter approx. 9.5 cm
Period: Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
Origin: China

Overall, in very good antique condition. No restoration, hairlines, or cracks. Minor firing imperfections original to the period and typical rubbing wear along the unglazed foot rim, consistent with age. The photos form an integral part of the description.