A small Famille Rose ‘hu’ vase with underglaze blue Qianlong mark, 18th century

A small Famille Rose ‘hu’ vase with an underglaze blue Qianlong mark represents a remarkable example of Qing Dynasty porcelain craftsmanship. The “hu” shape, with its distinctive bulbous body and narrow neck.

The Famille Rose decoration on the vase features delicate floral and figurative motifs rendered in vivid colors. This style was achieved using a combination of overglaze enamel colors, including pink, green, yellow, and purple, fired onto the porcelain surface at high temperatures.

Small Famille Rose ‘hu’ vases were often prized as collectible items or decorative objects in affluent households during the Qing Dynasty. Today, they are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts for their historical significance and artistic beauty, serving as tangible reminders of the rich cultural heritage of 18th-century China.