19th Century Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Tulipiere Vase

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A distinctive 19th-century Chinese blue and white porcelain tulipiere, featuring a central raised spout surrounded by five smaller openings. Hand-painted … Read more A distinctive 19th-century Chinese blue and white porcelain tulipiere, featuring a central raised spout surrounded by five smaller openings. Hand-painted in rich cobalt underglaze, the vessel is adorned with delicate floral motifs and a striking four-clawed dragon—symbolizing authority and vitality, often associated with the scholar-gentry class in Qing dynasty China.

Set on five lobed feet and shaped in a softly rounded form, this tulipiere reflects the influence of European design adapted through the lens of Chinese export porcelain traditions. The harmonious blend of East-West aesthetics and the symbolic dragon imagery make this an exceptional decorative and collectible object. See less