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Antique Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Porcelain Vase

Antique Chinese Blue and White Double Happiness Porcelain Vase

$1,288.00 CAD
$1,288.00 CAD
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This antique Chinese blue and white porcelain vase features Double Happiness calligraphy and flowing floral scrollwork in underglaze cobalt blue. Its baluster shape, flared trumpet rim and carved dark wood stand make it a distinctive focal point for a mantel, entry console or dining sideboard.

Design & Details

The neck features the Double Happiness (Shuangxi) character, traditionally associated with marriage and happiness. A dense sweet pea vine and floral scroll pattern extends around the body. Rounded shoulders taper toward the base, balancing the flared rim.

The base carries hand-painted reign marks in underglaze blue. Reign marks are recorded here as a decorative and identifying detail, not as independent confirmation of the vase's age or imperial origin.

Specifications

  • Included: One porcelain vase with one carved dark wood display stand.
  • Height: Approximately 15 inches (38.1 cm).
  • Diameter: Approximately 9.25 inches (23.5 cm).
  • Materials: Porcelain with underglaze cobalt-blue decoration; wooden stand.
  • Form: Baluster vase with a flared trumpet rim.
  • Origin: China.
  • Period attribution: 19th century, Qing dynasty, Base Mark
  • Production attribution: Jingdezhen, Porcelain
  • If you’re interested in creating a pair, please message Butterflywuu. We’ll do our best to find a complementary vase, subject to availability.

Condition

Reported to be in good antique condition, with a bright, glossy glaze and vibrant cobalt-blue decoration. No major structural cracks or substantial restorations have been detected, according to the supplied condition notes.

Minor firing flaws, pinholes or glaze contractions may be present. Please examine the photographs closely when available, as they form an important part of the condition description.

Collection History

These porcelain piece have been kept in storage for over 50 years. Kept in a climate-controlled environment and only recently been released on the open market. They are in excellent condition. This entire collection has been in storage since the 1950's-60's.

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