
Description
This is more than a vase; it's a miniature masterpiece of storytelling. This antique porcelain vase, likely dating to the late 19th late Qing Dynasty, is a testament to the elegant artistry of Chinese hand-painting. Its graceful form and sculpted neck are a canvas for intricate and whimsical illustrations of cranes and clouds, a rich, symbolic language of longevity and good fortune. The colors, a vibrant mix of blues, greens, and reds, have a soft, aged patina that hints at its long journey.
Originally a decorative art object for a scholar's desk or a formal cabinet, its soulful art has endured. In a modern home, this vase can be a striking sculptural piece on a bookshelf or mantel, where its vibrant colors and serene imagery can be appreciated up close, or used to hold a single, slender flower.
**Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.
Dimensions:
Height: 8 in.
Width: 4 in.
Depth: 4 in.
Category: Vases
Origin: China
Materials: Pottery
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $37.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Pasadena, CA
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Originally a decorative art object for a scholar's desk or a formal cabinet, its soulful art has endured. In a modern home, this vase can be a striking sculptural piece on a bookshelf or mantel, where its vibrant colors and serene imagery can be appreciated up close, or used to hold a single, slender flower.
**Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.
Dimensions:
Height: 8 in.
Width: 4 in.
Depth: 4 in.
Category: Vases
Origin: China
Materials: Pottery
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Antique Hand Painted Whimsical Folk Art Pottery
$380
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