Antique Chinese blue and white vase. Ch''ien Lung 1736-1795. Measures 7 1/2 inches high (19cm). Flask shape - pear shaped front and back,with narrower sides. High, round base, long, tubular neck flaring out at the top. The entire outer surface between base and neck is beautifully painted with vignettes of children at play, doing gymnastics, in groups and alone, amidst beautiful natural scenes of flowers and gardens with birds and dragonflies adding subtle interest. Lovely tonality in the shades of blue - from palest to darkest tones. Great sensitivity and contrasts to the brush strokes. Ch''ing Dynasty six character mark although this actually dates to a later period ie Ch''ien Lung 1736-1795. Good condition, especially considering the age. Please enquire about our other handpicked Chinese porcelain Status: For Sale Reference#: 4046 Condition: good Year: 1736 Title: ANTIQUE CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE VASE - 18TH CENTURY

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