Enameled porcelain lamp vase, Canton, Qing dynasty

A polychrome glazed ceramic vase that was later adapted for use as a lamp. It has a circular base and cylindrical body that tapers towards the neck, creating a flared shape, where there are two lateral handles in the form of a lion's head foo holding a movable washer. The neck and shoulders are decorated with overlapping horizontal borders. The belly contains a continuous battle scene, with horsemen, archers and men carrying banners. Three bands in relief are arranged on the neck, body and base, enamelled in brown, imitating bronze appliqué. 

Height: 51 cm; Base diameter: 16 cm; Total height: 75 cm