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

A small Chinese Famille-Rose vase with ladies and scholar-scene China, late Qing Dynasty to early Republic period (late 19th to early 20th century) Size: Height 10 cm, Diameter 8 cm Material: Porcelain with polychrome Famille Rose enamel painting over glaze (Fencai) Form: Baluster to bottle-shaped vase with a flared rim Mark: Unstamped / unmarketed at the foot-ring Description The compact, rounded body of the vase is decorated in fine enamel painting of the Famille Rose palette and depicts two ladies from the courtly-literary milieu (Meiren) seated together at a table, examining a scroll. On the table are classical scholar’s attributes (Wenfang Sibou), including a small vase with a lotus bloom on a stack of books as well as a water vessel. The painting is characterized by delicate outlines in black and iron-red, complemented by transparent and opaque enamel colors in turquoise, pink, yellow, and violet. Condition Report Lip edge: A noticeable chip (bestoßung) with corresponding glaze loss at the upper flare of the mouth rim. Base: Unglazed foot ring with age-appropriate wear and handling marks as well as natural patina. Surface & Decor: Enamel painting well preserved with light, age-related wear on the fine lines.

Estimate:£1.67

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