1980s Oriental Accent Chinoiserie Porcelain Moon Flask Vase - Tony Duquette Style

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I am completely obsessed with the incredible sculptural presence of a classic moon flask silhouette, and this massive vintage porcelain … Read more I am completely obsessed with the incredible sculptural presence of a classic moon flask silhouette, and this massive vintage porcelain beauty by Oriental Accent is an absolute showstopper. It has that exact, over-the-top theatrical glamour that legendary interior icons like Tony Duquette and Dorothy Draper used to layer into their most lavish, maximalist projects. Instead of your typical blue and white, this piece features a phenomenal, deeply sophisticated color palette that feels incredibly fresh for today's interiors.
The vase is designed in that dramatic, flattened circular moon flask form—a silhouette that instantly commands attention on a tabletop. But my absolute favorite detail? The two highly sculptural, high-relief handles molded as ancient hornless dragons crawling down the neck. They are glazed in a rich, monochromatic dusty plum that gives the ancient form a massive injection of modern-maximalist energy. The body of the flask is beautifully decorated with hand-painted, swirling panels of blooming peonies, lotus blossoms, and pomegranates in a curated mix of plum, rose, sage green, and ochre against a warm cream background. The entire piece features a heavy, pronounced crackle finish that gives the porcelain so much depth, soul, and historic character.
Because it has a naturally narrow profile, this is the ultimate high-impact styling piece for tight spaces. It is perfectly scaled to anchor a tailored entryway console table, lean into a grand mantlepiece display, or hold its own on a Hollywood Regency sideboard layered with bold textures. If you love a room with a story and a serious dose of Palm Beach Regency chic, this is the piece. It is fully marked with the maker's stamp on the underside. See less