Monumental Chinese Yellow-Ground Enameled Porcelain Floor Vase With Shou Longevity Symbol, 19th Century.

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Striking and highly decorative, this monumental Chinese porcelain floor vase features a vibrant yellow ground richly ornamented with polychrome enamel … Read more Striking and highly decorative, this monumental Chinese porcelain floor vase features a vibrant yellow ground richly ornamented with polychrome enamel decoration.

The design is arranged with elegant scrolling lotus and floral sprays, auspicious decorative elements, and a prominent central Shou (longevity) character, creating a powerful, ceremonial presence and a true statement piece for an interior.

The vase’s tall cylindrical form and saturated imperial-style yellow tone make it especially impressive in a room—ideal for styling as a standalone floor object or as a dramatic accent beside a console, cabinet, or entryway setting.

The decoration is finely detailed, with crisp linework and strong color contrasts that read beautifully from both near and far.

Provenance:
Formerly in a European private collection; acquired 1920s on the Vienna antiques market (Austria). The object has been in Europe for several decades. See less