Large Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty blue & white floor vase with hand painted double happiness & floral decoration
A large baluster floor vase in blue-and-white, painted with the double happiness symbol. The Double Happiness symbol is made from two characters meaning 'happiness' joined together. The symbol began during the Tang Dynasty with a love story that united two perfect halves. The symbol is widely used in weddings to wish couples joy and unity.
The vase dating to the late Qing Dynasty period circa 1900.
A large-scale and highly detailed example of Qing export porcelain with strong decorative presence — the double happiness subject and generous scale make this a compelling display piece ideal for floor or mantle display.
The vase has a repair to its rim. Please see the photos for a more detailed view.
Height 58cm
Large Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty blue & white floor vase with hand painted double happiness & floral decoration
A large baluster floor vase in blue-and-white, painted with the double happiness symbol. The Double Happiness symbol is made from two characters meaning 'happiness' joined together. The symbol began during the Tang Dynasty with a love story that united two perfect halves. The symbol is widely used in weddings to wish couples joy and unity.
The vase dating to the late Qing Dynasty period circa 1900.
A large-scale and highly detailed example of Qing export porcelain with strong decorative presence — the double happiness subject and generous scale make this a compelling display piece ideal for floor or mantle display.
The vase has a repair to its rim. Please see the photos for a more detailed view.
Height 58cm
