
Qing Dynasty Yongzheng Period Famille Rose Pink Ground with Openwork Bird and Flower Design Double-Eared Flattened Vase
Date of Creation:Qing Dynasty
Size Specifications:Top: 7cm; Bottom: 18.5cm; Height: 36cm
Category:porcelain
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This famille-rose moon-flattened vase bears a "Yongzheng Nian Zhi" blue square mark, representing a prestigious imperial display piece from the Qing Dynasty. The vase features a tapered neck adorned with gilded cloud-scroll handles, a flattened ovoid body, and a square footed base, exuding dignified elegance. Its surface is covered in a delicate, lustrous famille-rose glaze, fully decorated with intricate interlocking floral motifs and longevity characters. The colorful pigments exhibit rich layering, while the rim and edges are accented with bright yellow and royal blue gold-trimmed borders, enhancing its luxurious refinement. On both sides of the body, circular cartouches outlined in gold frames depict meticulous ink-style paintings of pheasants amidst peonies. A vibrantly plumed pheasant perches on rocky terrain, surrounded by blooming peonies and chrysanthemums. The brushwork is exquisite and dynamic, symbolizing prosperity, glory, and good fortune. The base is coated with turquoise-green glaze, smooth and warm in texture, with neatly inscribed regular-script calligraphy at the center. This masterpiece integrates multiple techniques—zaodao (incised pattern), famille-rose painting, and gold detailing—with vivid yet refined colors and balanced composition. It exemplifies the pinnacle of Qing Dynasty imperial porcelain craftsmanship, offering both aesthetic appreciation and collectible value as an exquisite addition to formal halls or scholarly collections.