Antique Chinese 19th Century Qing sang de boeuf Hu form vase, deer head handles

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Decorative 19th century Qing Dynasty Chinese monochrome "Sang de Boeuf" porcelain glazed Hu-Form vase / jar with deer head handles.

A hu is a type of wine vessel that has a pear-shaped cross-section. Its body swells and flares into a narrow neck, creating S-shaped profile. While it is similar to you vessel, hu usually has a longer body and neck. The shape of hu probably derives from its ceramic prototype prior to the Shang dynasty.

954 g
14.5 cm tall
9.2 cm top diameter
8.5 cm base diameter
14 cm across widest part

Very good antique condition. Wear to gilt on handles
Decorative 19th century Qing Dynasty Chinese monochrome "Sang de Boeuf" porcelain glazed Hu-Form vase / jar with deer head handles. A hu is a type of wine vessel that has a pear-shaped cross-section. Its body swells and flares into a narrow neck, creating S-shaped profile. While it is similar to you vessel, hu usually has a longer body and neck. The shape of hu probably derives from its ceramic prototype prior to the Shang dynasty. 954 g 14.5 cm tall 9.2 cm top diameter 8.5 cm base diameter 14 cm across widest part Very good antique condition. Wear to gilt on handles