Vintage Chinese Blue & White "Jiangnan Water Town" Landscape Vase, Qianlong Mark

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Dimensions: Height 16cm (6.30") x Body Diameter 13.5cm (5.31") x Mouth Diameter 5.5cm (2.17")
Material: Glazed Porcelain, Blue & White … Read more Dimensions: Height 16cm (6.30") x Body Diameter 13.5cm (5.31") x Mouth Diameter 5.5cm (2.17")
Material: Glazed Porcelain, Blue & White Underglaze
Style: Chinese, Chinoiserie, Traditional, Vintage

Description:
Presenting a beautiful and elegantly proportioned vintage Chinese blue and white porcelain vase, crafted in the classic "Tianqiuping" (Globular Vase) shape with a small mouth, short neck, and a perfectly spherical body.

The vase is masterfully painted in varying shades of cobalt blue with a serene "Jiangnan Water Town" (江南水乡) landscape scene. It depicts a tranquil scene with a boat, a fisherman on a small bridge, water birds, reeds, distant mountains, and traditional pavilion architecture, all rendered with the delicate brushstrokes of traditional Chinese ink painting. The reverse side features elegant Chinese calligraphy reading "江南水乡" (Jiangnan Water Town) along with a signature.

The base is glazed in white and bears a red seal mark reading "大清乾隆年制" (Made in the Great Qing Qianlong Period), a traditional reverence mark.

Condition: Excellent condition. The glaze is vibrant and glossy with no visible chips, cracks, or repairs. The painted details are crisp and beautifully preserved. Minor surface wear consistent with age and display. Please refer to all photos for exact condition.

This elegant piece makes a stunning focal point for a console table, bookshelf, or as a refined accent in any Asian-inspired or traditional interior. See less