Celadon-Ground Blue & White 'Herdsman' Vase - Porcelain - China - Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)

## Description

An elegant porcelain vase with a smooth **pea-green (celadon) ground**, beautifully decorated in **underglaze blue with reserved white** detailing — a classic contrasting technique. The main scene depicts a charming figure of a herdsman riding an ox, accompanied by willow trees and rocky landscape, rendered in deep, vivid blue against the soft pale green glaze. Flared rim, gracefully tapering neck and well-proportioned body. Fine craftsmanship and pleasing proportions.

**Dimensions:**

- Height: approx. **23.5 cm**

## Condition

- Small chip/nick to the rim — clearly visible and noted;
- Otherwise shows normal age-related wear and use consistent with its period;
- No other damage or restoration observed — sold as described.

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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.