The vase is molded with a Chinese character on each side. "Fu" (福) meaning happiness or good fortune, and "Shou" (寿) meaning longevity. Such vases were often imbued with auspicious meanings and were used as symbols of blessings and good wishes.
Renowned for its jade-like glaze and elegant simplicity, Longquan celadon is one of the most celebrated ceramics in Chinese history. Originating from the Longquan kilns in Zhejiang province, these stoneware pieces are distinguished by their smooth, translucent green glaze and exceptional craftsmanship that balances between form and function.
The celadon glaze, created by firing iron-rich clay in a reduction atmosphere, gives the ceramics their signature glass-like sheen. While Longquan celadon was treasured domestically, it was also frequently exported along the Silk Road and these ceramics became prized treasures across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Condition: fine condition with minor chipping to underside of base
