Pair of large enamelled ‘Celebration’ famille rose vases, Qing dynasty

Two large porcelain vases, decorated with ‘famille rose’ enamels. They have a circular base and a balustraded profile that widens at the shoulders, above which is the stylised cylindrical neck, flanked by a pair of flat handles in the shape of a mythical beast enamelled in blue with gilt detailing. 

It is ornamented with four beautifully arranged scenes, two on the belly (larger) showing a large celestial court of multiple immortals celebrating the anniversary of the five elders, and two on the neck, with joyful children playing in a garden with a pair of bats. These scenes are set against the characteristic green background, commonly used in famille rose porcelain, covered with curling ruyi clouds, eight Buddhist treasures and small bats with outstretched wings. All framed by two borders of alternating ruyi and lotus patterns on a blue background.

Height: 85 cm

Provenance:

- French private collection