Overview
A vibrant yellow-glazed vase featuring intricate hand-applied relief decoration of cranes amidst a lush lotus pond.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Chinese Yellow-Ground Relief 'Crane and Lotus' Vase
Photo reference
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Story
During the twilight of the Qing Dynasty, Chinese potters looked back at the grandeur of the 18th-century imperial workshops, seeking to recreate the complex textures and bold colors of the past for a new global market.
Maker / Origin
While the base bears a stamped Qianlong seal mark, it is an 'apocryphal' mark—a common tribute used by later artisans to honor the golden age of Chinese ceramics.
Condition & Value
The vase shows characteristic crazing to the glaze and some surface grime consistent with age. Value is driven by the complexity of the relief work and the popularity of the yellow-ground palette.
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