Willow Nankin Border Mudlarked Sherd Pendant

Historical Information
Type: Willow Nankin Border Pattern
Fabric: Earthenware/Porcelain
Date: 19th Century
Find Location: The Thames Estuary, UK
Extra information:

The Blue Willow Pattern has a captivating story behind it.
The narrative begins with the beautiful Koong-se, the
daughter of a rich Mandarin, who falls in love with Chang, her
father's assistant. When the Mandarin discovered their
relationship, he banished Chang and built a fence around his
home to keep his daughter away from him. The Mandarin then
arranged for Koong-se to wed a wealthy Duke, who brought a
casket of jewels as a dowry. While the Duke and Mandarin were
preoccupied, Chang snuck into the compound and fled with
Koong-se and the jewels. The couple escaped to a faraway
island, where Chang made a name for himself as a writer.
Unfortunately, the Mandarin eventually discovered their
whereabouts and sent his men to kill Chang and set the house
on fire, killing Koong-se in the process. The Gods, moved by
their tragedy, immortalised them as two doves, which can be
seen flying together at the top of the Willow Pattern.