Decorative Chinese export porcelain vase, hand-painted in the Canton (famille rose) tradition, featuring vivid figural scenes, birds, and floral motifs arranged within ornate reserves.
The vase is enriched with applied relief elements highlighted in gold, adding sculptural depth and strong visual presence. The palette combines soft pastels with iron-red, green, turquoise, and gilt accents, characteristic of mid-19th-century export wares produced for the European market.
This piece was intended as an interior decorative object rather than utilitarian ware and displays the refined craftsmanship typical of Chinese export porcelain of the period.
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Details:
• Origin: China (export porcelain)
• Date: mid-19th century (attribution preliminary)
• Style: Canton / Famille Rose
• Dimensions: Height: 26 cm / 10.2 in; Diameter: 10 cm / 3.9 in
• Condition: Very good antique condition. No cracks, no chips, no structural damage. Gilding on relief elements has been professionally restored. Minor enamel loss on one medallion (see photos). Light age-related wear consistent with period. Professional packaging.
(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.
