Chinese Porcelain Vase Ge Type Crackle Guan Celadon Glaze Monochrome Qing 20th C

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Inventory Code: INV4921

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Chinese Porcelain Vase Ge Type Crackle Guan Celadon Glaze Monochrome Qing 20th C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4921

Object: Vase

Material: Porcelain

Origin: China

Period: Qing style

Date: 20th century

Decoration: Pale celadon monochrome glaze with pronounced dark Ge type crackle network

Mark: Applied collector or inventory seal to base, original ceramic mark not visible

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 3.8 in / 9.5 cm

Width: 3.2 in / 8.0 cm

CONDITION

GOOD (4/5) – Appears generally well preserved with minor surface marks, glaze imperfections and expected wear around the foot. The extensive crackle is characteristic of the decorative glaze. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

A Chinese porcelain vase of compact rounded form covered in a pale blue-green celadon glaze. The surface displays an extensive dark crackle network inspired by traditional Ge and Guan wares, creating a striking mosaic-like appearance across the body. The vase has softly rounded shoulders, a short recessed mouth and a simple unglazed foot edge. Subtle variations in the celadon tone emphasize the irregular crackle pattern and give the piece considerable decorative character. The underside bears an applied seal or collector mark rather than a clearly visible ceramic reign mark.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

Ge and Guan type crackle glazes are rooted in celebrated Chinese ceramic traditions and were repeatedly revived by later potters. Twentieth-century examples such as this vase continue that monochrome aesthetic through deliberate crackling and restrained celadon coloring.

NOTES

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