This exquisite 19th-century Chinese vase is a true masterpiece, showcasing the elegance and intricacy of the Qing Dynasty’s artistic achievements. Crafted in the highly prized famille-rose style, this vase features a captivating turquoise ground that is adorned with vibrant, hand-painted motifs of lotus flowers and bats. The symbolic design imbues the piece with layers of meaning: the lotus, often associated with purity and enlightenment, contrasts beautifully with the bats, symbols of happiness and good fortune in Chinese culture.
The vase is presented in a distinctive gourd bell shape, a form that enhances its visual appeal and lends it a sense of harmonious balance. Its slender neck and bulbous body are delicately painted with an abundance of floral detail, while the dynamic design captures both the serenity and joy of Chinese decorative arts.
Dimensions:
Height: 22cm
Width: 14cm
Period: Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Condition: Good, with professional restoration to the top of the vase & a hairline crack to the base ( See Photos )
This exquisite 19th-century Chinese vase is a true masterpiece, showcasing the elegance and intricacy of the Qing Dynasty’s artistic achievements. Crafted in the highly prized famille-rose style, this vase features a captivating turquoise ground that is adorned with vibrant, hand-painted motifs of lotus flowers and bats. The symbolic design imbues the piece with layers of meaning: the lotus, often associated with purity and enlightenment, contrasts beautifully with the bats, symbols of happiness and good fortune in Chinese culture.
The vase is presented in a distinctive gourd bell shape, a form that enhances its visual appeal and lends it a sense of harmonious balance. Its slender neck and bulbous body are delicately painted with an abundance of floral detail, while the dynamic design captures both the serenity and joy of Chinese decorative arts.
Dimensions:
Height: 22cm
Width: 14cm
Period: Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Condition: Good, with professional restoration to the top of the vase & a hairline crack to the base ( See Photos )