Chinese Famille Rose 'Scholars and Immortals' Vase, c. 1890-1920

Story

Nineteenth-century Jingdezhen was a city of smoke and fire, where thousands of kilns produced porcelain that the rest of the world craved.

Maker / Origin

While the specific artist remains anonymous, this piece originated from the private kilns of Jingdezhen, the world's porcelain capital for over a millennium.

Condition & Value

The vase shows characteristic 'crazing' (fine spiderweb lines in the glaze) and minor rubbing to the enamels, which are consistent with an age of 100+ years. Value is driven by the large size, the presence of the molded handles, and the popularity of the 'Yellow Ground' aesthetic.