Vintage Chinoiserie Vase

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Description

This is a tall, cylindrical porcelain vase richly decorated in a traditional Asian style. Here’s a detailed description:

Design & … Read more This is a tall, cylindrical porcelain vase richly decorated in a traditional Asian style. Here’s a detailed description:

Design & Imagery:
• Main Scene: The vase features a beautifully detailed hand-painted depiction of monkeys playing in a tree. There are several monkeys interacting with each other amid flowing branches, curling vines, and clusters of delicate flowers (possibly wisteria).
• Color Palette: Warm earthy tones (browns and yellows for the monkeys) contrast with soft greens, blues, and purples in the foliage, creating a vivid yet elegant look.
• Borders: The top and bottom edges are bordered with intricate, multi-colored geometric and floral patterns, including classic Asian motifs such as meanders (key patterns), stylized leaves, and peonies.
• Gilding: Fine gold accents are used throughout the border to enhance the luxurious feel.

Form:
• Shape: Cylindrical with a slightly flared mouth.
• Rim & Base: The mouth is wide and smooth, ideal for use as a floor vase or umbrella stand. The base has felt pads, indicating it’s designed to sit stably on furniture or floors.

Condition & Markings:
• Base: There are remnants of stickers on the base, including a yellow price label and one that partially reads “…FOOD ONLY.” No clear maker’s mark is visible, but the design, quality, and style suggest it may be Chinese export porcelain from the mid-to-late 20th century.
• Wear: Some aging marks are visible around the base, consistent with vintage usage.

This piece would make a striking decorative accent in an entryway, living room, or study—especially for collectors of chinoiserie or Asian ceramics. See less