Kangxi ovoid blue and white lidded porcelain vase

Chinese early 18th century blue and white porcelain vase and wooden cover. excellent larger size than many with good decoration although the wooden cover is a replacement it is well carved and in good condition.

It is painted with four panels separated by a floral border of flower heads and broad band. each panel is painted with items associated with the scholar either from his table or with flowering jardinières.

Below the neck a large lappet shaped border with reserved painting of flowers on a blue back ground occupies the shoulder. Around the base there is a geometric design below leaf shaped panels with stylized lotus heads and flowers.

Overall a good piece, although a little darker than some it is a good even colour

size includes the lid 24.25cm