Octagonal flambé-glazed vase, Qing dynasty

Ceramic modelled in the form of a slender vase with a faceted profile, with a total of eight sides, four of which are narrow and four wider. The exterior is decorated with a rich raspberry-coloured ‘flambé’ glaze with light blue and purple flecks, which becomes thinner at the rim, revealing the creamy ochre colour of the ceramic. The lower part has a bronze base, with four feet and embossed leaf and flower details. It shows age-related wear. Qing dynasty (1644-1912) or later. 

Height: 34; Diameter: 17.5 cm