#6706 • Ming Dynasty Chenghua Period Porcelain Vase

Part of Royal Artifacts of Vietnam & Fine Jewelry (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

Starting at $1.00

Status: Sold

Est. $16,500-$20,000 Ming Dynasty Blue Underglazed Porcelain Globular Vase W/Hundred Treasures, Qilin Motif & Six Character Chenghua Reign Mark - This Ming Dynasty vase is elaborately decorated in a vibrant blue underglaze with lotus petal-shaped reserves outlined in blue. The panels contain Qilin and Hundred Treasures motifs decorated in blue underglaze, and the background is created with scrolled floral motifs and diaper work decoration at the base of the neck. The "Hundred Treasures" is a collection of emblematic forms that includes antiquities, scholar's items, representations of sacrificial vessels and three dimensional decorative arts of all types. The motif is generally associated with the life of a scholar or official, and each character has its own auspicious meaning. The Qilin is a mythical creature known to be a good omen, and is also thought to occasion prosperity or serenity. The bottom of the vase is left undecorated, and bears the six character Chenghua reign mark in double circles in blue underglaze. Measurements (approximate): 16"H x 8.5"W.