Rare Antique Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Vase Early Ming Dynasty
Rare and unique Chinese antique blue and white porcelain Ming dynasty vase, the lower part of the vase is shaped as a big bowl decorate with foo dogs surrounded by clouds, in the center of the vase phoenix birds are painted in blue surrounded by peony blossom alternatively rendered and in profile.
The Vase shape reminds a bell shape, featuring a unique curvy cover decorated with peony blossom, the cover has a scratch on it (kiln firing fault) Nonetheless this is a very rare and unique piece.
Measurements:
Height: 51cm with cover / 42cm high without cover
Diameter – 37cm
Cover Size
18cm diameter
11cm high
