A famille rose and gilt enameled miniature vase


Qianlong mark, Republic periodOf square section and compressed baluster form raised on scalloped corner feet, the exterior walls painted in bright enamels with gilt striping to create a dense field of overlapping flowers and leaves bordered by cloud collar lappets and jeweled lotus petals, the interior partially covered with turquoise enamel that also surrounds a reserve on the recessed base bearing the four-character mark in blue enamel seal script. 2 1/4in (5.8cm) high