Description
An impressive and politically significant ceramic showpiece from the Chinese Cultural Revolution (c. 1968–1976), standing 14 inches tall.
This monumental porcelain baluster vase features applied twin dragon/qilin handles flanking the neck, traditional underglaze blue lotus/ruyi bands, and a flared, gold-gilt trumpet mouth.
The vessel highlights major historical propaganda themes:
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The Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge (南京长江大桥): Celebrated as a landmark victory of domestic socialist engineering upon its opening in 1968, depicted on the front panel beneath red architectural identification lettering.
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Socialist Radiant Sunburst Motif: Featuring the Selected Works of Mao Zedong (毛泽东选集) emitting beams of light.
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Authentic Red Calligraphic Texts: Two extended passages from 毛主席语录 (Quotations from Chairman Mao), covering mass mobilization leadership and the requirement for intellectuals to learn from the working class.
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Period: Cultural Revolution (c. late 1960s – early 1970s)
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Form: Dragon-Handled Trumpet-Neck Baluster Vase
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Medium: Vitrified porcelain, overglaze polychrome enamels, underglaze cobalt blue, and gilt trim
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Height: Approx. 14 inches
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Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No cracks, chips, hairlines, or restorations. The glaze remains brilliant, dragon handles are intact, and red enamel calligraphy is crisp and legible. Light age-appropriate shelf wear to the unglazed foot rim.
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Packaging & Shipping: High-risk porcelain components (flared rim and twin handles) will be custom protected and double-boxed using heavy-duty industrial bubble wrap and rigid cushioning. Fully insured domestic ground delivery is provided at no extra cost.
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