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This is a richly decorated vintage Chinese vase, which is hand-painted on glazed porcelain in the famille rose style. It features 3-dimensional blooming roses, laurel leaves, and berries painted on a neutral ivory / mustard background with a fine gold line around the lip.In traditional Chinese culture, yellow was historically the sacred, restricted color of the emperor, signifying ultimate power, honor, and respect.In classical Chinese art, laurel leaves (traditionally known as 桂 - guì) symbolize academic success, imperial triumph, the moon, and immortality. The rose (yueji, or monthly rose) primarily symbolizes eternal spring, unending life, and longevity.Their pairing together denotes \"a long and prosperous life\" and serves as an auspicious wish for ultimate joy, good fortune, and harmony. It\'s a striking statement piece of chinoiserie.MEASUREMENTS: It measures 9\" high, 24\" in circumference, and the mouth is 3 3/4\" in diameter.ORIGIN: China, mid to late 20th centuryCOLORS: mustards, yellow, peach, pink, mauve, teal, green, orange, brown, goldCONDITION: Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. (However, there is deliberate \"crazing\" which occurred during the firing process, as indicated in the pictures. there is additional crazing in the glaze on the underside, but these are not cracks). It was originally purchased in the late 70s / early 80s, and it\'s been an untouched display piece since the initial purchase.NOTE: This is 1 of 2 vases which complement each other. The other vase is sold separately.
