Hu ‘Deer’ red-glazed vase, Qing dynasty

Ceramic modelled in the form of a Hu vase, with a wide body, rounded belly and wide neck, flanked by two handles in relief in the shape of a deer's head with large antlers and a serene expression. Covered with a thick, deep-red glaze with ochre-coloured flecks. 

Height: 28 cm; Mouth diameter: 12.5 cm; Base diameter: 12 cm