This is an exceptional pair of late Chinese Export Meiping form Vases that date to the early 20th century. Both vases are in overall very good original condition. The saturated cobalt blue background is decorated in finely painted white prunus branches and blossoms. The vases measure a tall 14.25 inches in height. (An associated pair of cobalt vases is listed separately)
Symbolism of the Prunus or Plum Blossom
The "Four Gentlemen":The plum blossom is the leader of the four noble plants—alongside bamboo, orchid, and chrysanthemum—embodying high moral character, purity, and an unyielding spirit.
Perseverance and Resilience: Blossoming before any other flower and defying freezing temperatures, the plum blossom represents courage and inner strength when facing life's harshest hardship.
The Five Blessings: A standard five-petaled plum blossom symbolizes the five traditional blessings: longevity, wealth, health/well-being, love of virtue, and a peaceful natural death.
Renewal and Purity: As a harbinger of early spring, it marks fresh beginnings, modesty, and the triumph of life over winter's dormancy.
Height: 14.25
Condition: Very good
Age: Early 20th Century
This is an exceptional pair of late Chinese Export Meiping form Vases that date to the early 20th century. Both vases are in overall very good original condition. The saturated cobalt blue background is decorated in finely painted white prunus branches and blossoms. The vases measure a tall 14.25 inches in height. (An associated pair of cobalt vases is listed separately)
Symbolism of the Prunus or Plum Blossom
The "Four Gentlemen":The plum blossom is the leader of the four noble plants—alongside bamboo, orchid, and chrysanthemum—embodying high moral character, purity, and an unyielding spirit.
Perseverance and Resilience: Blossoming before any other flower and defying freezing temperatures, the plum blossom represents courage and inner strength when facing life's harshest hardship.
The Five Blessings: A standard five-petaled plum blossom symbolizes the five traditional blessings: longevity, wealth, health/well-being, love of virtue, and a peaceful natural death.
Renewal and Purity: As a harbinger of early spring, it marks fresh beginnings, modesty, and the triumph of life over winter's dormancy.
Height: 14.25
Condition: Very good
Age: Early 20th Century
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