Vintage Porcelain Double Gourd Vase With Gilt Ribbon and Goldfish Motif

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This elegant vintage porcelain vase is crafted in the classic double gourd (hulu) silhouette, featuring a slender upper bulb and … Read more This elegant vintage porcelain vase is crafted in the classic double gourd (hulu) silhouette, featuring a slender upper bulb and a wider lower bulb. The vessel has a pristine white ground decorated with vibrant overglaze enamels. The main body is adorned with a continuous scene of orange-red goldfish swimming amidst stylized, dark green aquatic plants and water weeds. A prominent feature is the sculpted, orange-red ribbon tied around the waist of the vase, which is delicately detailed with gilded cloud patterns. The rim is finished with a band of yellow and purple geometric lappets, while the base features a border of stylized green and white waves. The flat, unglazed foot ring shows a natural finish. The goldfish motif, combined with the ribbon, traditionally symbolizes a wish for abundant wealth and prosperity.

Dimensions:

Height: 31 cm (approx. 12.20 inches)

Belly Diameter: 13 cm (approx. 5.12 inches)

Maker's Mark:
The underside bears a six-character seal mark in underglaze blue, arranged in three columns. The characters read "大清乾隆年製" (Da Qing Qianlong Nian Zhi), which translates to "Made in the Qianlong Period of the Great Qing." Note: As is common with vintage decorative pieces, this mark is likely apocryphal and serves as a tribute to the classic imperial style. See less