Lot 91: A Tall Ceramic Floor Vase with Miniature Amphorae Charms
A tall ceramic floor vase of slender amphora-inspired form, featuring a flared rim and a pedestal base. The body is constructed with a horizontal three-tone decorative scheme. The upper neck and base sections are finished in a textured red glaze with gold-toned banding at the rims. The central section is finished in an off-white textured glaze, showing horizontal throwing marks. A raised decorative band encircling the shoulder features moulded foliate scrollwork in a bronze finish. A jute rope is tied around the neck, terminating in a tassel and two small white ceramic charms in the form of miniature amphorae. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the item.
Height: 49.5 cm.
Condition report:
The vase shows signs of handling and display. Minor surface scuffs and small nicks are present on the red and gold-toned painted finishes, particularly around the rim and the pedestal base. The off-white central body exhibits light surface marking and soiling. The decorative jute rope and tassel show minor fraying. No structural cracks or major chips are visible.
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