A CLOISONNÉ VASE, China, late 19th/early 20th century

h cm 25

Of baluster form, with a ribbed ovoid body, tall tapering neck, widely flared mouth and circular foot, richly decorated with floral motifs including peonies and chrysanthemums, enlivened by butterflies and ornamental rocks, against a dense ground of stylised geometric patterns. The neck and foot are further embellished with scrolling foliage, floral motifs and geometric bands. The base bears an engraved four-character Lao Tianli Zhi (老天利制) mark.