This striking pair of monumental 21-inch porcelain palace jars offers a commanding presence for a grand entryway, mantle, or console. Featuring a vibrant Famille Rose palette, each jar was hand-painted with traditional Rose Medallion narrative scenes depicting courtly life and equestrian figures within large, lobed reserves. The dense, cobalt blue "thousand floral" ground is exceptionally detailed, providing a rich backdrop for the hand-enameled botanicals and scholar vignettes.
Distinctive architectural details elevate the silhouette, including sculpted lion-head ring handles and domed lids crowned with terracotta-glazed Foo Dog finials. The substantial scale and heavy enamel application reflect the high-quality craftsmanship desired for professional projects. Perfectly suited for Chinoiserie, Hollywood Regency, or traditional interiors, these jars remain in excellent vintage condition with crisp, bright enamels.
Their large scale makes them ideal for anchoring a grand mantel, flanking a console table, or serving as sophisticated floor accents in an entryway.
- Set of two jars with lids
- 21"H x by 10.5"W
- China, circa mid-20th century
- In excellent vintage condition with bright, crisp enamels and minimal wear consistent with age.