Imari Porcelain Lotus Ewer / Chocolate Pot - Porcelain - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)

## Description

A tall, tapering porcelain ewer in classic Japanese Imari style, beautifully decorated with large blooming lotus flowers and leaves, painted in vibrant iron-red, underglaze blue, soft celadon-green and accented with fine gilded outlining — a striking combination of rich colours and detailed hand-painted work. The cylindrical body rises to a gently domed lid with a blue-glazed knob finial and a straight spout to one side. Elegant form and vivid traditional decoration.

**Dimensions:**

- Height: approx. **17 cm**

## Condition

- **Lid is a later replacement**, not original to the body;
- Visible **hairline cracks** present on the body and/or lid;
- Areas of **chips and edge nicks** (kikujiri/bruising) along the rim and foot;
- Wear to gilding and enamel consistent with age and use;
- All condition issues are fully disclosed — sold as described and priced accordingly.

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## 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/](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.

For shipments outside the EU, we also request the following:

- Damage report. The recipient must take the damaged contents, the box, and all packaging materials to the local post office to have this report prepared. Unfortunately, without this report, your claim cannot be processed.
- A copy of the CN23 customs form, if possible.