Carved Celadon Tianqiuping Vase with Lotus and Leaf Motif

The vase, crafted in the Tianqiuping form, features a rounded body and tall, elegant neck, fully enveloped in a celadon glaze that provides a soft, pale green backdrop for the intricate decoration.

The surface is carved with a lotus and leaf motif, rendered in low relief. The design is characterized by its flowing, naturalistic representation of lotus flowers, buds, and leaves, which wrap gracefully around the vase.

The pattern is denser at the body’s widest point and becomes more delicate as it extends up the neck, creating a harmonious balance between the form and decoration. The marriage of form, glaze, and motif in a way that highlights the artistic and cultural significance of the lotus & celadon porcelain.

Period: 20th Century
Craftsmanship: Hand-crafted porcelain, Tianqiuping form
Technique: Celadon glaze with carved lotus and leaf motif

Dimensions:

Base Width: 10.5 cm or 4.14 inches
Height: 21cm or 8.3 inches