Chinese Porcelain Canton Rose Pouch Money Vase Celadon Gilt Qing Tongzhi 19th C
£140.00 Sold
Inventory Code: INV4836
Object: Pouch Money Vase
Material: Porcelain
Origin: China
Period: Qing Dynasty - Tongzhi Period
Date: 19th Century
Decoration: Celadon ground with famille rose enamels, gilt coin medallions, flowers, birds, insects, and gilt lion mask handles
Marked: Unmarked
Measurements:
Height: 9.2 in / 23.5 cm
Width: 4.8 in / 12.2 cm
Condition:
FAIR/RESTORED (2/5) - Restored body cracks with glued repairs. Wear to the gilding and minor surface wear consistent with age. Please review the photos carefully for more details.
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DESCRIPTION
A Chinese Canton famille rose porcelain pouch money vase with a pale celadon glazed ground. The body is richly decorated with gilt coin medallions, colorful floral sprays, birds, insects, and auspicious motifs. The vase features molded gilt lion mask handles and a scalloped rim. An attractive decorative example of late Qing export porcelain.
COLLECTOR’S NOTE
Pouch money vases are distinctive forms associated with prosperity and good fortune in Chinese decorative arts. Canton enamel decorated examples from the Tongzhi period remain popular with collectors for their vibrant palette, elaborate gilding, and symbolic decoration.
NOTES
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