Blue-and-White Figural Narrative Vase - Porcelain - China - 20th century
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Porcelain Blue-and-White Figural Narrative Vase from China, 20th century dynastic style, tall bottle form with an elongated neck and a globe body, about 37 cm high, original/official in good condition with minor inherent firing imperfections and glaze specks.
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Description
An impressive, tall vase of elegant bottle form — with a gracefully elongated tapering neck rising to a flared rim, and a smoothly rounded, substantial globe body resting on a neatly finished foot. The neck is delicately decorated with stylised palm leaves, geometric emblems and dot motifs in crisp underglaze blue. A continuous, richly detailed narrative scene unfolds across the body: historical figures in traditional robes, attendants, an ornate carriage and ceremonial parasol set within a willow-fringed garden landscape — rendered with fluid, expressive brushwork and masterful tonal depth, bringing the story to vivid life. A commanding and finely painted piece of considerable presence.
Dimensions:
Height: approx. 37 cm
Condition
Minor inherent firing imperfections and glaze specks, produced during manufacture and not later damage;
Gentle, even surface wear consistent with age and careful use;
No chips, cracks, hairlines, restoration or significant enamel loss observed;
Blue pigment remains deep, vibrant and well-preserved; glaze smooth and bright throughout;
Overall in honest, intact and well-kept used condition.
Shipping
Ships to the United States; no insurance included — buyer assumes all shipping-related risks.
Track via PostNL: https://www.postnl.nl/ontvangen/post-ontvangen/track-en-trace.
Professionally packed with care. Report any damage with clear photographs within 24 hours of delivery; all claims are subject to the carrier’s final assessment.
Photographs required:
A photo of the entire outer packaging, clearly showing the address label and barcode.
A close up photo of the address label and barcode.
A close up photo showing the damage to the outer packaging.
One or more photos clearly showing the inner packaging.
One or more photos of the entire damaged item.
One or more close-up photos showing the damage to the item itself.
PostNL also requests that the recipient keep the damaged item, the box, and all packaging materials until the claim has been fully settled.
Description
An impressive, tall vase of elegant bottle form — with a gracefully elongated tapering neck rising to a flared rim, and a smoothly rounded, substantial globe body resting on a neatly finished foot. The neck is delicately decorated with stylised palm leaves, geometric emblems and dot motifs in crisp underglaze blue. A continuous, richly detailed narrative scene unfolds across the body: historical figures in traditional robes, attendants, an ornate carriage and ceremonial parasol set within a willow-fringed garden landscape — rendered with fluid, expressive brushwork and masterful tonal depth, bringing the story to vivid life. A commanding and finely painted piece of considerable presence.
Dimensions:
Height: approx. 37 cm
Condition
Minor inherent firing imperfections and glaze specks, produced during manufacture and not later damage;
Gentle, even surface wear consistent with age and careful use;
No chips, cracks, hairlines, restoration or significant enamel loss observed;
Blue pigment remains deep, vibrant and well-preserved; glaze smooth and bright throughout;
Overall in honest, intact and well-kept used condition.
Shipping
Ships to the United States; no insurance included — buyer assumes all shipping-related risks.
Track via PostNL: https://www.postnl.nl/ontvangen/post-ontvangen/track-en-trace.
Professionally packed with care. Report any damage with clear photographs within 24 hours of delivery; all claims are subject to the carrier’s final assessment.
Photographs required:
A photo of the entire outer packaging, clearly showing the address label and barcode.
A close up photo of the address label and barcode.
A close up photo showing the damage to the outer packaging.
One or more photos clearly showing the inner packaging.
One or more photos of the entire damaged item.
One or more close-up photos showing the damage to the item itself.
PostNL also requests that the recipient keep the damaged item, the box, and all packaging materials until the claim has been fully settled.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Country of Origin
China
Material
Porcelain
Title of artwork
Blue-and-White Figural Narrative Vase
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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