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Petite Famille Verte Canton Vase, c. 1920

About the Item

Dated to the 1920s during China's Republic Period, this petite vase is decorated in a style known as Canton enamel, so named for the long-standing industry of export enamels based in the port city of Guangzhou, formerly Canton. Formed of copper and hand-applied overglaze enamel, the charming vase is intricately decorated in the pastel palette of famille verte porcelain. Round cartouches enclose bird-and-flower vignettes on either side of the body, surrounded by botanical scrollwork against a soft green field. The vase's teardrop form is known as a yuhuchunping or pear-shaped vase and is defined by a rounded body, narrow neck, and flared mouth originally used for pouring wine.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.25 in (18.42 cm)Diameter: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Enameled
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: AHF0013A1stDibs: LU820041336372

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