Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period (1736–1795, 18th Century) Famille Rose Pink-Ground Vase with Lotus Scrolls, Eight Auspicious Symbols and Longevity Character Decoration

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Dimensions: Height 26 cm (10.2 inches), Mouth Diameter 8.2 cm (3.2 inches), 18th-century Qing dynasty court decorative porcelain. Condition and Provenance: Excellent overall condition; the enamel painting is well-preserved; the glaze is smooth and shows natural signs of aging consistent with antique porcelain. Provenance: From a private collection in California, USA, formerly part of the West Coast Art Collection. Description: This Qianlong period famille rose vase is a masterpiece of Qing dynasty court decorative porcelain. The vase is 26 cm high and 8.2 cm in diameter at the mouth. It features an elegant trumpet-shaped mouth, a slender neck, rounded shoulders, a long body, and a delicate foot, resulting in a beautifully proportioned overall shape. The body is decorated with exquisite famille rose enamel painting on a pale pink ground. The neck is adorned with lotus scrolls and floral patterns, while the shoulders are painted with ruyi cloud patterns and intricate floral scrolls on a bright yellow ground, the colors vibrant and striking. The bottle is densely covered with lotus scroll patterns, adorned with auspicious motifs such as the character "寿" (longevity), "无尽结" (endless knot), bats, and ruyi (a type of scepter), symbolizing good fortune, longevity, and wealth. The floral designs are clearly defined, painted with red, green, yellow, and blue enamel, and further enhanced with gilding, showcasing imperial grandeur. The lower part of the bottle also features floral patterns on a yellow ground, while the foot rim is decorated with blue scroll patterns, the exposed porcelain retaining the natural marks of time. The base is stamped with six characters in iron-red seal script: "Made in the Qianlong Reign of the Great Qing Dynasty." This bottle, with its exquisite composition and superb enamel craftsmanship, fully embodies imperial aesthetics and is considered a masterpiece of court porcelain craftsmanship during the Qianlong period.

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