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Chinese, Blue & White Porcelain, Lidded 'Cranes' Bottle, Kangxi 1661-1722
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Chinese, Blue & White Porcelain, Lidded 'Cranes' Bottle, Kangxi 1661-1722

18th century
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Chinese, Blue & White Porcelain, Lidded 'Cranes' Bottle, Kangxi 1661-1722

This is a very nice Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded bottle from the Kangxi period (1661-1722)

The bell shaped porcelain bottle is decorated with three cranes flying in different positions between the clouds.

The base is decorated with a meander type decorative border and the lid, which has a white clay outer layer on the porcelain

stopper for a tight fit, is decorated with two small clouds.

The lidded bottle is not marked.

No repairs or restorations to this object and no cracks or chips either.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8.5cm (3.35")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Original Retro has dated this Kangxi Porcelain Crane Bottle to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA644030
Dealers Notes

Valley Antique Centre

Hollins Mill

Suite 5 Unit 8

Pennine Industrial Park

Valley Road

Hebden Bridge

HX7 7BZ

(0044) 01422 887420 or (0044) 07780 687139

Openings Times:

Every day from 10 pm - 16.00 am

Description
Chinese, Blue & White Porcelain, Lidded 'Cranes' Bottle, Kangxi 1661-1722
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This is a very nice Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded bottle from the Kangxi period (1661-1722).
Original Retro

The bell shaped porcelain bottle is decorated with three cranes flying in different positions between the clouds.

fig 1. A small bell-shaped Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded bottle decorated with hand-painted flying cranes and cloud motifs.
fig 1. Chinese, Blue & White Porcelain, Lidded 'Cranes' Bottle, Kangxi 1661-1722

The base is decorated with a meander type decorative border and the lid, which has a white clay outer layer on the porcelain

stopper for a tight fit, is decorated with two small clouds.

The lidded bottle is not marked.

No repairs or restorations to this object and no cracks or chips either.

Height
8.5cm (3.35")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Original Retro has dated this Kangxi Porcelain Crane Bottle to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA644030
Original Retro
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011
Dealer Profile

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A small bell-shaped Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded bottle decorated with hand-painted flying cranes and cloud motifs.
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Archive I A small bell-shaped Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded bottle decorated with hand-painted flying cranes and cloud motifs.

Chinese, Blue & White Porcelain, Lidded 'Cranes' Bottle, Kangxi 1661-1722

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Telephone 01422 887420 or 07780 687139
Location
Valley Antique Centre
Suite 5 Unit 8
Pennine Industrial Park
Valley Road
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 7BZ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/originalretro
Verified Since Jul 2011
Items For Sale 108
Items Sold 4
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Location: Valley Antique Centre, Suite 5 Unit 8, Pennine Industrial Park, Valley Road, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, HX7 7BZ, United Kingdom
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A small bell-shaped Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded bottle decorated with hand-painted flying cranes and cloud motifs.
Chinese, Blue & White Porcelain, Lidded 'Cranes' Bottle, Kangxi 1661-1722
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A small bell-shaped Chinese blue and white porcelain lidded bottle decorated with hand-painted flying cranes and cloud motifs.
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FAQs

Kangxi blue and white porcelain was produced during the reign of the Kangxi Emperor (16611722) of the Qing Dynasty. It is characterised by refined white kaolin porcelain clay and vivid sapphire-blue underglaze cobalt decoration depicting symbolic scenes, floral patterns, or fauna.

These vessels were crafted using kaolin clay fired at high kiln temperatures, with cobalt oxide pigment hand-applied onto the unfired body prior to applying a transparent glaze. The technique demanded accurate brushwork as cobalt pigment absorbs rapidly into raw porcelain clay.

Authentic Kangxi pieces typically exhibit luminous sapphire-blue tones, smooth glazes, and precisely finished foot rims exposing fine white clay. Analysts also inspect period-appropriate motif execution, such as cranes or auspicious clouds, painted with deliberate variations in tonal depth.

Blue and white porcelain functions well as an accent piece placed on dark timber shelving, open bookcases, or fireplace mantels. Displaying individual vessels alongside books or within minimalist settings provides subtle texture and historical contrast.

Clean antique porcelain with soft microfibre cloths dampened with warm water and a gentle, neutral soap, avoiding abrasive sponges or strong chemicals. Ensure the vessel is placed on stable, flat surfaces away from high-traffic zones to prevent accidental damage.
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