Ritas Bazaar has dated this Chinese Famille Rose Vase to the 19th Century.
The composition belongs to the traditional Magu xianshou theme — “Magu Celebrating Longevity”.
Beside him stands a dignified male figure in formal dress holding a ceremonial staff, while behind them a female attendant carries a ceremonial banner pole. Together the scenes express traditional wishes for long life, honour and prosperity.
The decoration follows the refined fencai painting style developed in Jingdezhen, the historic centre of Chinese porcelain production. The figures are painted with soft tonal modelling, creating delicate expressions, while the deer and robes display careful brushwork.
Additional texture is provided by raised enamel decoration applied in relief, particularly visible in the beard of Shoulao and details of the garments. The vase has a baluster form with moulded animal-mask handles supporting loose rings at the shoulders.
The palette, technique and figure style indicate manufacture in Jingdezhen during the Late Qing period, circa 1870.
Measurements
Height: 22.8 cm (9.0?)
Width: 14 cm (5.5?)
Diameter: 11.5 cm (4.5?)
Weight: 777 g
Condition
Antique condition. A small chip is present on the upper rim (see photographs). No restorations detected under UV examination. Minor kiln marks and natural firing lines are visible on the base, consistent with traditional porcelain manufacture. The stand is not included.
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Ritas Bazaar has dated this Chinese Famille Rose Vase to the 19th Century.
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Chinese famille rose vase with Magu and Shoulao, Jingdezhen, Late Qing c. 1870
