Chinese blue and white kraak bottle vase of the Ming Dynasty., likely Wanli period. The vase is about 27.5 cm in height without any cracks.
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Hi Salman,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Are there any marks on the bottom of this vase? If so, can you please take and upload a photo?
Many thanks,
Delia
Thanks very much, Salman,
Without any marks, it's difficult to say with complete assurance as to age, however, this certainly does look like it's from the Wanli period (late 16th/early 17th Century). Many on the market have silver mounts, which yours does not have and which keeps the value down a little.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A blue and white 'Kraak' porcelain bottle vase
attributed to the Wanli period (late 16th/early 17th Century)
The lobed hexagonal body vibrantly painted with panels enclosing birds and foliage, the tapering neck with ruyi-head bands and bejewelled swag motifs, lacking metal mounts, unmarked
27/5 cm high
PROVENANCE: inherited
£600-900*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
I just had a look at the bottom. I can't see any marks. I have taken 2 photos. Will upload them now.