Chinese Blue and White Crackleware Vase with Lid

Chinese Export porcelain blue and white crackleware vase and cover decorated with birds, butterflies, peonies, chrysanthemums and foliage, the body having mat brown embossed collar and base, the cover with a foo dog finial.  A brown date mark to the bottom.

The off-white surface is covered in fine, decorative crackles.  This technique originated in 13th century China and triggered great interest among collectors of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

• China Circa 1880
• Height: 16.5" | Diameter: 7"
• Item #7823
• Price: $1,200