Vase - Porcelain - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)

Asian Art / China] Superb pair of large baluster porcelain vases with crazed glaze and cobalt blue decoration – Scenes of literati, ladies and children – China, 19th / 20th century Elegant and decorative pair of Chinese porcelain vases with crazed glaze (inspired by ancient Ge-type ceramics), richly decorated in cobalt blue underglaze. Subject & Decoration: The body is adorned with lively scenes depicting learned figures, elegant ladies reading scrolls or books, and children in a landscaped garden with pine trees and rockeries. The neck features two small lateral handles and is adorned with stylized landscape motifs. Glaze: Beautiful bright white glaze covered by a dense network of characteristic crazing. Period: China, late Qing dynasty or Republican period (19th – early 20th century). Dimensions & Weight: Vase 1: Height 29.8 cm – Weight 1095 g Vase 2: Height 29.7 cm – Weight 1073 g Overall condition: The pair presents a very beautiful visual and decorative appearance. Restorations: Pieces reported as restored, with restoration work visible on the bodies or necks (visible in detail photographs), which is common for antique vases of this size.

Estimate:£230.86

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