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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