Vintage Chinese Blue White Fruits Flowers Graphic Porcelain Art Vase

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This elegant blue and white porcelain baluster vase features a classic, shapely silhouette with a gently flared rim, a tapering … Read more This elegant blue and white porcelain baluster vase features a classic, shapely silhouette with a gently flared rim, a tapering neck, and a high-shouldered body that elegantly sweeps down to a slightly splayed foot. Painted in rich, vibrant shades of cobalt blue against a crisp white glaze, the main body is beautifully decorated with a continuous, gnarled branch motif bearing the traditional "Three Abundances" (Sanduo / 三多)—peaches, pomegranates, and finger citrons (Buddha's hand)—which traditionally symbolize a wealth of long life, numerous progeny, and good fortune. The composition is further enhanced by delicate blossoms, bamboo leaves, and stylized bats (fu) in flight around the neck and base, invoking additional blessings of happiness. The base is finished with an unglazed foot rim surrounding a recessed underglaze blue six-character seal mark.

Dimensions: Dia 10" x h19.5"
Origin: China
Material: Porcelain
Condition: handmade, not perfect finish, no chip, no crack See less