Mid 20th Century Vibrant Turquoise-Green Ground Famille Rose Porcelain Vase With Bird & Floral Motif

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This unique vase features a squared, flattened rectangular form with softly rounded corners and a short neck. The most captivating … Read more This unique vase features a squared, flattened rectangular form with softly rounded corners and a short neck. The most captivating feature is its brilliant turquoise-green ground, which is covered in an intricate, subtle geometric diaper pattern (reminiscent of traditional zhadao sgraffito technique).
Against this rich green backdrop, a lively and detailed botanical scene unfolds. Branches of white magnolia and vibrant pink camellias bloom beautifully, contrasted by textured, mossy brown trunks. A highly detailed bird with iridescent green and blue plumage is perched near the top, while another smaller bird sits near the base among colorful peonies. The edges, neck, and foot of the vase are finished with elegant gilded (gold) lines and classic dark geometric borders (fretwork pattern), framing this masterpiece perfectly.

Dimensions (Approximate):

Height: 25 cm (approx. 9.8 inches)

Mouth Diameter: 7.2 cm (approx. 2.8 inches)

Base Diameter: 8.5 cm (approx. 3.3 inches) See less