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Chinese Imari & Ormolu Vases, Kangxi Period, C. 1700.
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Chinese Imari & Ormolu Vases, Kangxi Period, C. 1700.

18th century
Sold 2 October 2024 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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A fine pair of Chinese porcelain vases, c. 1700, Kangxi Period, ormolu mounted. The trumpet shaped vases, hand painted in Imari style, with exotic birds amongst flowering plants, above a continuous lappet and cell net motif. The upper rim painted with stylised flowers in panels, beneath a cell diaper band.

Both vases, mounted in high quality 19th Century French ormolu mounts, cast in rocaille style, and gilded. The rim, mounted with a continuous band of acanthus leaf, divided by beadwork.

Height – 36.5 cm, 14 3/8”.

Diameter – 20.3 cm, 8”.

Condition – Short hairline to neck of one vase. Otherwise excellent condition. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated these Chinese Imari Ormolu Vases to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36.5cm (14.37")
Width
20.3cm (7.99")
Depth
20.3cm (7.99")
Reference Numbers
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SA1046318
Description
A fine pair of Chinese porcelain vases, c. 1700, Kangxi Period, ormolu mounted.
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The trumpet shaped vases, hand painted in Imari style, with exotic birds amongst flowering plants, above a continuous lappet and cell net motif.
Philip Carrol Antiques

The upper rim painted with stylised flowers in panels, beneath a cell diaper band.

fig 1. A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases.
fig 1. Chinese Imari & Ormolu Vases, Kangxi Period, C. 1700.

Both vases, mounted in high quality 19th Century French ormolu mounts, cast in rocaille style, and gilded. The rim, mounted with a continuous band of acanthus leaf, divided by beadwork.

Height – 36.5 cm, 14 3/8”.

Diameter – 20.3 cm, 8”.

Condition – Short hairline to neck of one vase. Otherwise excellent condition. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated these Chinese Imari Ormolu Vases to the 18th Century.

Height
36.5cm (14.37")
Width
20.3cm (7.99")
Depth
20.3cm (7.99")
Reference Numbers
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SA1046318
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Philip Carrol Antiques Profile Page

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Philip Carrol Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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Archive I A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Chinese Imari & Ormolu Vases, Kangxi Period, C. 1700.

Archive II A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View II
Archive III A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View IV
Archive V A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View V
Archive VI A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View VI
Archive VII A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View VII
Archive VIII A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View VIII
Archive IX A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View IX
Archive X A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View X
Archive XI A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View XI
Archive XII A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View XII
Archive XIII A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View XIII
Archive XIV A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases. View XIV
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A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases.
Chinese Imari & ormolu vases, Kangxi Period, c. 1700.
Ref: SA1046318
A pair of cylindrical Chinese Imari porcelain vases featuring blue, red, and gilt floral designs, fitted with ornate cast ormolu mounts at the rims and bases.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectVases
  • Period18th century
  • StyleChinese Export
  • MaterialPorcelain, Ormolu
  • ColourBlue and White
  • MotifsFloral scrollwork, Acanthine ormolu mounts, Underglaze blue and iron-red palette
  • SizeH 36.5 cm (14 in) x W 20.3 cm (8 in) x D 20.3 cm (8 in)

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Chinese Imari porcelain refers to export wares made in China during the Qing dynasty, particularly the Kangxi period, adopting the distinctive blue, iron-red, and gilt palette of Japanese Imari wares. During the 18th and 19th centuries, European collectors frequently enhanced these prized porcelain bodies with elaborate French ormolu (gilt-bronze) mounts to suit neoclassical or baroque interiors.

The core bodies are crafted from high-fired Chinese hard-paste porcelain, decorated underglaze in cobalt blue and overglaze in iron-red enamels with gilt highlights. The mounts are fashioned from cast bronze, which is then chased and fire-gilded to produce the characteristic bright gold finish known as ormolu.

Authentication involves examining the potting characteristics, body density, iron-spotting in the cobalt, and the palette application under magnification. For the mounts, experts assess the sharpness of the bronze chasing, the quality of the fire-gilding, and the integration method used to secure the porcelain without causing structural damage.

These decorative objects serve as striking focal points on mantelpieces, console tables, or sideboards. Their rich metallic accents and intricate floral motifs complement both minimalist settings and maximalist schemes, bridging historic craftsmanship with modern luxury.

Maintain these objects in stable environmental conditions away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity. Clean the porcelain gently with a dry, soft cloth, and avoid using chemical polishes or water on the ormolu mounts to preserve the delicate historic gilding.
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