On offer is a rare and beautiful Chinese porcelain vase, dating to the late 19th to early 20th century Qing Dynasty (Guangxu period). Crafted in fine porcelain and decorated in rich cobalt underglaze blue, the vase displays a four-clawed dragon entwined among floral scrolls — a motif of imperial power and auspicious protection. The base carries an apocryphal four-character Kangxi mark, reflecting the enduring reverence for earlier masterworks of the 17th century.

Whether for the serious collector of Chinese antiques or the lover of meaningful historic décor, this piece offers a tactile link to Qing imperial symbolism — and a timeless presence in any setting. At 7 inches tall, it is equally suited to display as a scholarly reference or as a statement decorative accent.

📌 KEY FEATURES

✅ Genuine Chinese porcelain – Qing Dynasty, Guangxu reign (late 19th to early 20th century)
✅ Detailed four-clawed dragon among floral scrolls – symbol of authority, prosperity, and guardianship
✅ Bearing an apocryphal Kangxi four-character reign mark in underglaze blue
✅ Condition: displays well, with a non-professional rim restoration noted
✅ Accurate measurement: Height 7 inches
✅ Rare example — a strong study reference and evocative display piece

💡 STYLING TIP

This vase works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or vintage-modern homes. Display it in a cabinet, layer it with antique books, or feature it on a mantelpiece for a curated, scholarly touch.

🎁 PERFECT FOR:

✔️ Collectors of Qing dynasty porcelain
✔️ Lovers of Chinese blue-and-white ceramics
✔️ Study reference for scholars and students of Asian art
✔️ Decorative use in libraries, galleries, or curated interiors

🔍 PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES

Porcelain of this type was produced during the Guangxu reign (1875–1908), a period that saw both continuity and revival in imperial ceramic traditions. The apocryphal Kangxi mark is typical of the era, paying homage to the highly regarded 17th-century Kangxi porcelain.

The four-clawed dragon (as opposed to the five-clawed imperial dragon reserved for the emperor) was traditionally associated with high-ranking nobility or used in decorative wares that evoked imperial imagery without contravening court restrictions. The dragon remains one of the most enduring symbols of Chinese culture, representing strength, fortune, and protection.

📏 MEASUREMENTS

• Height: 7 inches

📦 SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

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📌 WHY IT MATTERS

This vase is more than a decorative object — it is a piece of lived history, carrying the symbolic weight of the Qing Dynasty and the artistry of traditional cobalt underglaze porcelain. Rare to find in this condition and size, it remains a collector’s study reference and a display piece imbued with story and presence.

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