Ancient Chinese glazed stoneware vase – China, circa 1900

This ancient Chinese glazed stoneware vase is an ovoid jar with caramel glaze, featuring tenon handles and stamped decoration of floral rosettes. It originates from China, from the Qing dynasty, when stoneware was fired in provincial kilns for domestic use. These stoneware jars were used to store food and liquids in the Chinese home, with glaze applied by dipping, leaving the foot uncovered. Today, they are appreciated as decorative vases. The body is made of high-fired stoneware, with an ash glaze applied to the upper half and stamped floral rosette decoration under the glaze. It retains two tenon handles at the shoulder. The caramel glaze shows the irregularities of the kiln and a gentle wear, while the bare stoneware of the foot contrasts with the glazed surface. The surface appears authentic, with no restoration masking it. Due to its size and design, it can be used as a vase for dried flowers, a tabletop piece, or an accent on a shelf. It fits into wabi-sabi, japandi, and rustic interiors, where it adds warmth and texture. Details. Dimensions: Length 15 cm – Depth 15 cm – Height 19 cm. Style: Qing Dynasty. Materials and techniques: Glazed stoneware; ash glaze applied by dipping; stamped decoration of floral rosettes. Place of origin: China. Period: Qing Dynasty. Date of manufacture: Circa 1900. Condition / Observations: Good. Glaze with kiln irregularities and gentle wear, with age-related marks. Wear consistent with age and use.