Pair of Vintage Famille Rose Porcelain Meiping Vases With Lotus and Crane Motif

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This is a matched pair of elegant vintage porcelain vases, crafted in the classic Meiping (plum blossom) silhouette, characterized by … Read more This is a matched pair of elegant vintage porcelain vases, crafted in the classic Meiping (plum blossom) silhouette, characterized by a high, broad shoulder that gracefully tapers to a narrow base. The vases are beautifully decorated in the Famille Rose palette against a pristine white ground. The continuous design features large, vibrant pink lotus blossoms and broad green lily pads, accompanied by slender reeds and small flying birds. A pair of red-crowned cranes with detailed white and black plumage stands among the aquatic plants near the base. On the reverse side, each vase features several columns of elegant black calligraphy, accompanied by red seal marks. The rims and bases are finished with a thin gold line. The flat, unglazed bases show a natural finish and bear a blue reign mark.

Dimensions (Per Vase):

Height: 27.3 cm (approx. 10.75 inches)

Width (Belly Diameter): 11 cm (approx. 4.33 inches)

Maker's Mark & Inscription:

Calligraphy: The reverse side features a poetic inscription that reads "荷風送香氣，竹露滴清響" (The lotus wind delivers fragrance, bamboo dew drips with a clear sound), a classic poem celebrating nature.

Base Mark: The underside bears a four-character mark in underglaze blue, enclosed in a square. The characters read "雍正御製" (Yongzheng Yu Zhi), which translates to "Made by Imperial Order of the Yongzheng Period." 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