Single-flower vase - Stoneware - China - China Serpentine Vase (No reserve price)





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Chinese stoneware serpentine vase from the mid‑century period (c. 1960s–1980s) featuring a carved lotus blossom, with a vase height of 17 cm (plus a 3 cm wooden base to about 20 cm total), diameter 12 cm, and weight 520 g, including the traditional wood base.
Description from the seller
skillfully handmade Chinese decorative vase from natural stone, depicting a delicate lotus blossom. The sculpture masterfully uses the natural coloring of the stone: while the upper part radiates in a gentle, slightly translucent light green (often referred to as Xiu jade or serpentine), the base transitions to a dark anthracite gray. The detailed carving shows a broadly opened lotus flower, surrounded by buds, leaves, and a fine surface texture.
The object is offered together with the accompanying traditional pierced solid wood pedestal.
Details & dimensions:
- Motif: Traditional lotus flower (symbol of purity and fidelity)
- Overall height: approx. 17 cm (vase alone) + 3 cm (wood pedestal) = approx. 20 cm total height
- Width: approx. 10 cm
- Depth: approx. 7 cm
- Weight: approx. 520 g (solid and stable)
- Origin: China
- Estimated age: Mid-Century / Vintage (ca. 1960s to 1980s)
- Material: Softer Asian natural stone (serpentine group / fine soapstone-type) with a beautiful wax-like sheen.
Condition:
The vase is in good, age-appropriate vintage condition with a beautiful patina. The soft stone material shows on the underside of the base the typical manufacturing- and material-appropriate rough surface marks (see photos), which are invisible when displayed on the pedestal. No major cracks or noticeable chips in the visible area. The wooden pedestal is intact.
A beautiful decorative object for lovers of Asian craftsmanship and collectors of vintage chinoiserie!
skillfully handmade Chinese decorative vase from natural stone, depicting a delicate lotus blossom. The sculpture masterfully uses the natural coloring of the stone: while the upper part radiates in a gentle, slightly translucent light green (often referred to as Xiu jade or serpentine), the base transitions to a dark anthracite gray. The detailed carving shows a broadly opened lotus flower, surrounded by buds, leaves, and a fine surface texture.
The object is offered together with the accompanying traditional pierced solid wood pedestal.
Details & dimensions:
- Motif: Traditional lotus flower (symbol of purity and fidelity)
- Overall height: approx. 17 cm (vase alone) + 3 cm (wood pedestal) = approx. 20 cm total height
- Width: approx. 10 cm
- Depth: approx. 7 cm
- Weight: approx. 520 g (solid and stable)
- Origin: China
- Estimated age: Mid-Century / Vintage (ca. 1960s to 1980s)
- Material: Softer Asian natural stone (serpentine group / fine soapstone-type) with a beautiful wax-like sheen.
Condition:
The vase is in good, age-appropriate vintage condition with a beautiful patina. The soft stone material shows on the underside of the base the typical manufacturing- and material-appropriate rough surface marks (see photos), which are invisible when displayed on the pedestal. No major cracks or noticeable chips in the visible area. The wooden pedestal is intact.
A beautiful decorative object for lovers of Asian craftsmanship and collectors of vintage chinoiserie!

