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Description
This is an extraordinarily decorated vase with too much detail to list everything. It is hand signed on the base and there are also two Asian symbols lightly incised on the base.
There is hand enameling, raised beading and applied genuine gold.
The details are exquisite. Background color ranges from deep blue at the base to light blue then blends to cream color which darkens to yellow and finally dark mustard near the top. The main subjects are three quail chicks, (or some kind of birds). There are many buterflies, flowers, vines and leaves. The top has ornate gold designs with raised enameling and the detailed image of a horned dragon. Other than fine below surface crazing it is in mint condition. There are no chips, cracks, scratches, repairs, touch-ups, stains, defects or wear marks.
Category
Ceramics and Porcelains
Medium
Porcelain
Distinguishing marks
Asian Hallmark Signature and Gold Dragon
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
17 7/8 inches tall by 5 5/8 inches wide
Date Period
1800's
Weight
2 pounds 13ounces
History
Part of an antique collection that has been unpacked from storage after 50 years.
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