Small Chinese vase, blue and white in color, decorated with birds and flowers; elephant head handles and eight character markings on the bottom; 5 3/4" tall and 3 1/2 wide.
Owned by deceased parents; other info unknown
Hi George,
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Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Chinese blue and white baluster vase
Qianlung style, early 20th Century
Of circular section and baluster form, with two elephant's-head handles, the body profusely decorated with stylized foliate decoration, the underside with eight underglaze blue (apocryphal) character marks.
5 3/4" tall and 3 1/2 wide.
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition.
PROVENANCE: inherited
$150-250*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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