How were oriental porcelain floor vases used?

These large vessels served as grand decorative centerpieces in formal nineteenth-century interiors, often placed directly in hallways, grand reception rooms, or beside hearths. Many functioned purely as ornamental focal points, while lidded versions occasionally stored dried botanicals or fragrant materials within wealthy households.

How do I place a floor vase safely?

Position the vessel in a low-traffic corner or alcove where it remains clear of daily movement and accidental impacts. Because of their significant height and weight, stability is key to preventing knocks. Utilise any original wooden or porcelain stands provided with the piece to distribute the weight evenly across the floor surface.

How do I tell Imari from Satsuma ware?

Imari pieces consist of hard porcelain decorated with a distinct palette of deep underglaze blue, iron red, and abundant gold leaf. The surface feels smooth and vitreous under light. Satsuma pieces utilise an earthenware body with a characteristic creamy, finely cracked glaze that forms a matte background for dense enamel and gilt figural painting.

What does Qing Dynasty mean for these vases?

The Qing Dynasty represents the final imperial dynasty of China, spanning from sixteen-fourteen to nineteen-twelve. Vases attributed to this era reflect the stylistic standards of imperial workshops and major export centres. Pieces from the later decades of this period frequently exhibit the colourful Famille Rose enamels and monumental scales common in nineteenth-century export ware.

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These large oriental porcelain floor vase pieces bring scale and intricate hand-painted detail to a room, drawing the eye with rich enamels and grand proportions.

19th century

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An Impressive Large Pair of 19th Century Japanese Imari Vases, 76cm High

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£6,500

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Japanese Porcelain Flared Vase with Lacquer Over Black Paint (47cm). Circa 1880.

19th century

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Japanese Porcelain Flared Vase with Lacquer Over Black Paint (47cm). Circa 1880.

From Dragoncharger Antiques

£1,500

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19th century

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Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Vase.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£12,500

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Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase

19th century

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Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase

From Applecross Antiques

£385

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19th century

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Enormous 19th Century Chinese Blue & White Vase

From Hobson May Collection

£575

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19th century

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Large 19th Century Japanese Vase

From Jake Wright Antiques Ltd.

£1,380

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19th century

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Large Pair Flared Neck Kutani Vases, Circa 1890.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,500

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19th century

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Canton Famille Rose Vase

From David Robinson Antiques

£190

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19th century

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Large 19th Century Satsuma Vase.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,500

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Outstanding Quality Large Antique Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase

19th century

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Outstanding Quality Large Antique Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£2,250

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Listings feature porcelain, earthenware, and ceramic bodies decorated with gold leaf, enamel, and glaze across the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

19th century

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Meiji Period Satsuma Vase.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£4,500

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1900 - 1920

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Large Pair Japanese Kutani Vases, Circa 1900. 54"

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£20,000

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Fantastic Quality Large Antique Satsuma Vase

1900 - 1920

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Fantastic Quality Large Antique Satsuma Vase

From Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

£375

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19th century

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Japanese Imari Two Handle Vase, 61cm, 19th Century

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£3,800

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19th century

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Large 19th Century Imari Vase

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£6,500

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19th century

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Pair of Hand-painted, Qing Dynasty Famille Rose and Famille Verte Chinese Baluster Vases

From Georgian Antiques

£1,975

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Oriental Porcelain Floor Vase

An Impressive Large Pair of 19th Century Japanese Imari Vases, 76cm High

Japanese Porcelain Flared Vase with Lacquer Over Black Paint (47cm). Circa 1880.

Large 19th Century Japanese Imari Vase.

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Satsuma Vase

Enormous 19th Century Chinese Blue & White Vase

Large 19th Century Japanese Vase

Large Pair Flared Neck Kutani Vases, Circa 1890.

Canton Famille Rose Vase

Large 19th Century Satsuma Vase.

Outstanding Quality Large Antique Japanese Imari Floor Standing Vase

Meiji Period Satsuma Vase.

Large Pair Japanese Kutani Vases, Circa 1900. 54"

Fantastic Quality Large Antique Satsuma Vase

Japanese Imari Two Handle Vase, 61cm, 19th Century

Large 19th Century Imari Vase

Pair of Hand-painted, Qing Dynasty Famille Rose and Famille Verte Chinese Baluster Vases

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