Qianlong Period Yellow‑Ground Famille Rose Globular Vase with Melon and Butterfly Motif, Marked “Da Qing Qian Long Nian Zhi”

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Dimensions：H.53 cm Condition & Provenance：Entire vessel intact, negligible minor wear to rim from age, enamel and glaze well‑preserved, no cracks or chips, vivid layered painted motifs fully retained. Interior and base are covered with turquoise‑green glaze, underglaze blue seal script mark is crisp, foot rim bears natural aged patina, no restoration, no chemical cleaning; From private collection of Ms.E·H, Dallas, Texas, USA. Acquired from Dallas oriental art antique gallery in 1983, family private collection stored in constant‑temperature dark cabinet, no prior auction, exhibition or publication records. Description：This is an imposing imperial‑style famille rose globular vase of Qianlong reign. It features straight mouth, long neck and grand spherical body. Bright yellow glaze serves as background for dense famille‑rose “melons and butterflies” theme. Twisting vines intersperse with multi‑colored melons, lush leaves and delicately rendered butterflies, symbolizing prosperous descendants and good fortune. Neck is decorated with tiered borders including key‑fret pattern, ruyi cloud band and floral ornaments. Stylized lotus‑petal frieze encircles lower body near foot. Both inner cavity and base are glazed in turquoise‑green, with six‑character Qianlong seal mark in underglaze blue at base centre. Sumptuous colour palette and meticulous painting represent top‑grade Qing court decorative porcelain, large intact specimens are highly collectible.

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