Large Square Porcelain Baluster Vase of the Chinese Republic Period - 16" High

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An impressive and serene vintage Chinese polychrome porcelain square-section baluster vase in the classical Republic style. Hand-finished with famille rose … Read more An impressive and serene vintage Chinese polychrome porcelain square-section baluster vase in the classical Republic style. Hand-finished with famille rose enamels, the front face depicts Guanyin (the Bodhisattva of Compassion) resting in quiet meditation beneath a golden halo, accompanied by classical calligraphy and seal marks. Marked with molded lion-head mock ring handles on the sides with a rich aubergine-brown glaze finish. Excellent vintage condition with substantial display presence.

​Item Details

​Dimensions: 7ʺ W × 7ʺ D × 16ʺ H
​Styles: Chinese, Republic Period, Asian Traditional
​Materials: Porcelain, Enamel

​Condition: Excellent Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, No Imperfections
​Condition Notes: In excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, or repairs. Minimal shelf wear on the unglazed foot rim.

Advance your interior styling with this striking 16-inch tall Chinese porcelain square vase. Designed in the refined aesthetic of early 20th-century Jingdezhen ceramic masters, this four-sided baluster vase showcases fine overglaze enamel craftsmanship (fencai / famille rose style).
The main vignette presents a serene depiction of Guanyin reclining atop a mossy rockscape while holding a lotus flower. The inscription across the shoulder reads 靜臥禪思圖 ("Picture of Quiet Reclining and Zen Meditation"), accented with traditional red seal marks. The reverse side features studio calligraphic markings (瘦石寫, "Painted by Shou Shi") along with the Jingdezhen region seals.

Anchored by two dimensional lion-head ring handles and featuring a generous 7" square footprint, this vase offers a bold silhouette that works beautifully as a standalone mantel centerpiece, entryway accent, or tailored addition to a collection of fine Asian decorative arts. See less