Chinese Porcelain Moonflask Vase Blue White Dragons Revival Kangxi Late Qing 19C

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4835

Object: Moon Flask Vase

Material: Porcelain

Origin: China

Period: Late Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Revival

Date: 19th Century

Decoration: Underglaze blue dragons within circular medallions, floral ground, molded chilong handles, geometric border bands

Mark: Unmarked

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 6.5 in / 16.5 cm

Width: 4.2 in / 10.7 cm

Depth: 1.8 in / 4.5 cm

CONDITION

FAIR (3/5) - Hairlines and a chip to the rim with associated staining. General age-related wear and firing imperfections. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

A Chinese blue and white porcelain moon flask vase decorated in the Kangxi revival style. The flattened body features opposing circular panels with confronting dragons beneath clouds, surrounded by a repeating floral ground. The neck is fitted with molded chilong form handles, adding sculptural detail. A decorative and attractive example of late Qing blue and white porcelain.

COLLECTOR'S NOTE

Moon flasks were inspired by earlier Chinese and Central Asian metalwork forms and became highly popular during the Qing period. Kangxi revival pieces produced in the 19th century are appreciated for their faithful interpretation of earlier decorative styles and remain sought after by collectors.

NOTES

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