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This statement Chinese porcelain vase features richly detailed scenes of court figures, cranes, peonies, birds, and other traditional auspicious motifs …
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This statement Chinese porcelain vase features richly detailed scenes of court figures, cranes, peonies, birds, and other traditional auspicious motifs rendered in vibrant shades of pink, green, blue, and coral, against a crisp white ground. The generously proportioned globular form is framed by elaborate floral borders with raised enamel accents that add beautiful depth and texture throughout.
I particularly love the storytelling within the decoration. One figure carries an oversized longevity peach, a traditional symbol of long life and good fortune in Chinese culture. Nearby, a mythical beast pulls an ornate cart, while cranes, peonies, and flowering branches contribute additional symbols of prosperity, beauty, happiness, and longevity. Together, these auspicious motifs create a richly layered decorative narrative that reveals new details each time you look at it.
The combination of the sculptural form, intricate decoration, and vibrant hand-applied enamels makes this a wonderful statement piece for a console, entryway, bookshelf, or pedestal.
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- Dimensions
- 14ʺW × 14ʺD × 15ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Chinoiserie
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Excellent vintage condition consistent with age and use. The porcelain retains its vibrant colors, glossy finish, and beautifully detailed raised … moreExcellent vintage condition consistent with age and use. The porcelain retains its vibrant colors, glossy finish, and beautifully detailed raised enamel decoration. No chips, cracks, or imperfections observed. A wonderfully preserved example that presents beautifully from every angle. less
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