Large and impressive Chinese export porcelain vase, hand-painted in the Canton famille rose tradition, featuring figural scenes, birds, butterflies, and floral medallions.
The vase is distinguished by its substantial size and complex sculptural form, richly enhanced with applied gilt dragon reliefs. Multiple medallions decorate the body, combining narrative scenes with natural motifs, framed by ornate scrolling borders. The vibrant enamel palette and strong gilding reflect the decorative taste of 19th-century Chinese export porcelain produced for the European market.
This piece was created as a statement interior object and represents a high-quality example of Canton enamel work with elaborate relief decoration.
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Details:
• Origin: China (export porcelain)
• Date: 19th century (attribution preliminary)
• Style: Canton / Famille Rose
• Dimensions: Height: 36 cm / 14.2 in; Diameter: 17 cm / 6.7 in
• Condition: Very good antique condition. One restored area on a neck medallion (previous chip with professional restoration and gilding retouch, see photos). No other chips, cracks, or structural damage. Gilding and enamel decoration in very good preserved condition. Light age-related wear only.
(The photographs form an integral part of the description.)
A well-placed antique does more than decorate a room - it gives it authorship. Against a contemporary interior, older objects introduce texture, balance and a sense of permanence that cannot be replicated by newly made pieces alone.
This is the principle behind the LÜRON selection. We look for works that carry historical character with ease, and that feel as convincing in a Paris apartment as they do in a more modern architectural setting.
