Dimensions: 16.8cm L x 16.8cm W x 36.5cm H

Chinese Qing Dynasty Kangxi Blue and White Porcelain Olive Vase. Potted in olive shape vase, large thick and tall, globular heavy on mid ovoid body, flaring round mouth rim, raised on a short ring foot base with slight concave. Hand painted ornamentations are rendered in white base colour which contrast against blue colour, depicted of flying mythical beast qilin through scrolling ruyi, flaming vapours and auspicious ornament. Qilin are extraordinarily beautiful creatures, sparkling like gems and adorned in flames. With their scaly bodies and horned heads, they resemble Chinese dragons, and their tails are like lion. Qilin are thought to be a symbol of luck, good omens, protection, prosperity, success, and longevity by the Chinese. Whatever their special attraction, they always move gracefully and dazzle the mortals who see them.The Under-base bears a reign mark, a six under glazed blue script characters reign mark. Made in The Years KangXi Reign Period of The Great Qing Dynasty.

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